Syd hoff has 150 books on goodreads with 57863 ratings. Syd hoff famous carsyd hoff famous cartoon artist 1912. So much has been said about this man, but he should be remembered first as a kind and gentle man who took time for anyone who approached him, and second as the. As in the original book, the dinosaur does things very much with his own unique twist first edition. The official syd hoff web site famous cartoon artist 19122004. For nonexclusive authors who have signed copies of their books for us, visit or call the store to inquire about autographed copies, as availability changes constantly. Hoffs artwork was based on many photos of nineyearold jim modeling proper baseball techniques. More recent books are much more likely to have large price swings. Get cozy and expand your home library with a large online selection of books at. Grandpa al gave grandson jim his first taste of fame at age nine.
We have a collection of unique signed books, collectible books, rare books, outofprint books, 1st edition books and books with covers made of wood, burlap, metal etc. Displaying or storing signed space books collectspace. With hundreds of photographs, many historical and neverbefore published, this beautiful book celebrates the lives of a community that had lived out its faith in spare yet splendid ways. We enjoyed a special relationship with clive cussler for over 25 years. Julius an i can read book by syd hoff and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Childrens books qty 8 stories and pictures by syd hoff. We pay cash for books, textbooks, cds, lps, videos and dvds daily.
While the carle is temporarily closed, we are able to place orders from our book distributor to ship direct to your home. Syd hoff september 4, 1912 may 12, 2004 was an american cartoonist and childrens book author, best known for his classic early reader danny and the dinosaur. Syd hoff american children s book author and cartoonist known foremost for his i can read series. Syd hoff continues this story from where he left it in 1958. A saga of churchill, family, and defiance during the blitz signed book add to wishlist. A brand new collection of recipes for gatherings shop all joanna gaines books. Use the list below to locate a specific specialist bookseller or book store near you. Sammy the seal by syd hoff and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Awesome books for 2nd graders saratoga springs public.
Born and raised in new york city, he studied at the national academy of design. Those books will experience less volatility in the marketplace since they have withstood the test of time. Signed first edition books, signed books, rare books. Sammy the seal i can read level 1 paperback carmichael. The official syd hoff web site famous cartoon artist.
We also have book collecting information, a book appraisal service, author signature examples and a museum of bookmarks. Syd hoff s comical, charming illustrations will delight readers young and old alike in this beloved classic i can read about a boy and his best friend, a dinosaur. We cannot know for certain if our investment in autographs or autographed books will provide us a fortune when we retire. I was just thinking about childrens books and decided to look up syd hoff.
Born and raised in new york city, he studied at the national academy of design and sold his first cartoon to the new yorker when he was eighteen. Nov 12, 20 i dont know of any other cartoonists named hoff, but syd hoff s signature usually has a small h, as in the offbeat 1939 magazine cartoon below. We own just about every book and she had to read them daily. Dec 01, 2010 what to do with signed, personalized books. I dont know of any other cartoonists named hoff, but syd hoffs signature usually has a small h, as in the offbeat 1939 magazine cartoon below. Autographed books the eric carle museum of picture book art. Bottom banner a reference for used and rare books, periodicals, and paper ephemera courtesy of an international coop of independent dealers. Syd hoff books list of books by author syd hoff thriftbooks. How to preserve and display autographed books our pastimes. Book supply in their warehouse varies from our store so if youre interested, email us the titles and quantities youd like and well check on the availability before you place your order. Syd hoffs danny and the dinosaur 1958 1st printing in.
All orders shipped to destinations within the united states will ship free of charge per standard usps mail. A selection of eight childrens books, all with story and pictures by syd hoff. The books are fun and have quick, easyread stories for children. He may very well have altered the h of his signature in the autograph drawing to a capital letter h resembling a switch with the on position above and the off position below, that off doubling as the last three letters of his name. Oct 27, 2016 grandpa al gave grandson jim his first taste of fame at age nine. An autographed or signed edition from your favorite author increases the value of your book collection. I came across this web page and decided to write and let you know what a nice man he was. Personally, if i am buying a second hand book, i am buying it to read, so any autographs or dedications would get no more than a oh, look at that as i flick past it to get to the words i bought it for. Syd hoff has given much pleasure to children everywhere as the author and illustrator of numerous childrens books, including the favorite i can read books sammy the seal, the horse in harrys room, and the danny and the dinosaur books.
His cartoons appeared in a multitude of genres, including advertising commissions for such companies as eveready batteries, jello, ok used cars, s. Buying and selling autographed books past, present. Our mission is to make it easy for customers to discover and buy the books. Syd hoff original art signed 1981 historyforsale item 15941. See all books authored by syd hoff, including danny and the dinosaur, and sammy the seal i can read book 1, and more on. Purchase glassfronted bookcases for your most prized books. Als instructional book for kids, play ball with roger the dodger, featured illustrations by syd hoff, known most for danny and the dinosaur. And on page 6 of the occupied paper is a vintagelooking image signed a. Syd hoff is a muchloved and muchread author and illustrator of numerous books for children. Instead of a new pet they create a glop monster, and they accidently make their classmates hair disappear. Syd hoffs dinosaur stories and more the eric carle. Syd hoff is one of the greatest cartoon artists and humorists of the 20th century, best known for his cartoons which appeared in. Danny comes back to the museum to invite his dinosaur friend to his sixth birthday party.
I stress the stack flat, the heavy books will damage the spine simply by their own weight in a fairly short period of time. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Vj books offers author handsigned books that become treasures for readers, fans and book collectors alike. Chester i can read book, the horse in harrys room, oliver. Danny loves dinosaurs when he sees one at the museum and says, it would be nice to play with a dinosaur, a voice answers, and i think it would be nice to play with you. Half price books has new and used books, textbooks, music, movies and more both online and in stores. Syd hoff biography syd hoff biography and list of works syd hoff books. Syd hoff books biography and list of works author of danny and. Syd hoffs most popular book is danny and the dinosaur. Redfield syd hoff daily worker this 1935 cartoon was. Browse and buy a vast selection of syd hoff books and collectibles on. When a dinosaur answers danny, they have a wonderful adventure together. Buy signed books by bestselling authors and celebrities from americas largest autographed book store.
When perrywinkle and andromeda try out some new magic tricks, the results are disastrous. Most are also in a case with glass doors, some are not as over the years the collection has spilled over. The lighthouse children 1st edition1st printing syd hoff. When my 20 year old daughter was in 2nd and 3rd grades, syd hoff was her favorite author. Danny and the dinosaur syd hoffs comical, charming illustrations will delight readers young and old alike in this beloved classic i can read about a boy and his best friend, a dinosaur. Simplicity is one of the most distinguishing features of his drawing style.
Danny and the dinosaur i can read level 1 hardcover. Signatures instantly turn ordinary books into collectibles, and offer a new way to connect to favorite authors. Norwood press is an imprint of vj books, a leading online retailer of collectible modern fiction. Please note that while we have reason to be confident that the signature is genuine by virtue of its source, it has not undergone any expert examination or verification. For authors that sell their autographed books exclusively at saturn booksellers, you can click their image and then purchase any autographed book directly from our online store.
So much has been said about this man, but he should be remembered first as a kind and gentle man who took time for anyone who approached him, and second as the creator of the modern adventure novel. I strive to describe and authenticate all the items that i list, and i am proud of the reputation that i have built among my customers and collectors. Whether youre seven or seventy, the chances are youve probably come in contact with one of his many books 150 plus, or cartoons that. Julius by syd hoff abebooks abebooks shop for books. The glass fronts go a long way toward keeping dust and dirt off your collection, and allow your autographed and other special books to be easily seen and enjoyed without constantly being touched or moved. What to do with signed, personalized books unclutterer. Happy birthday, danny and the dinosaur books tell you why, inc. Krueger books bookstore offers signed and collectible first edition books from todays bestselling authors. An american experience in quilt, community and craft na. Discover a wonderful selection of modern first edition books from abebooks seller, fine book cellar, aba ilab pbfa. I am retired and now collect and share a wide range of historical items. Clive cussler july 15, 1931 february 24, 2020 a note from john. Syd hoffs dinosaur stories and more the eric carle museum.
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