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The Stuart and Mimi Rose Collection /

Ian Fleming

Item 7D

Dr. No

1958
Galley Proofs
Corrected by the Author

These are galley proofs of the sixth James Bond novel, written in early 1957 at Ian Fleming’s Goldeneye estate in Jamaica. Fleming has made corrections throughout, as have his editors, which Fleming also responds to, as they bring the text into its final form. Dispatched by M to investigate the mysterious disappearance of MI6’s Jamaica station chief, Bond discovers that all suspicious activity on the island leads inexorably to Dr. Julius No, a reclusive megalomaniac with steel pincers for hands.

A worn, green book cover with
The image shows an open book, specifically the title page of
An open book displays a page that begins with chapter title
A book with text on the page and multiple handwritten blue marks and comments. The annotations include underlines, circles, and notes in the margins. Some parts of the text are crossed out, and various editorial marks are visible throughout the page, predominantly in blue ink.

What will you discover next?

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle The Valley of Fear
A close-up photograph of an old, yellowed handwritten manuscript. The text is in cursive and appears in dark ink, with a few words or sentences highlighted or underlined including

A book drawn from the traditions of serialized novels and detective fiction?

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J. D. Salinger The Catcher in the Rye
An open book with handwritten text on the right page. The text, dated 18 July '51, expresses gratitude for the reader's friendship and support. The paper shows signs of age with a brownish tinge and slightly worn edges. The left page is blank and part of the book's binding is visible.

A modern bestseller continuing to reach new generations of readers?

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A vibrant, symmetrical collage features historical black-and-white photographs of three individuals encircled with colorful floral patterns. The background is filled with intricate designs of butterflies and geometric shapes in shades of teal, coral, and beige.

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Imprints in Time

Imprints in Time

This special exhibition at the Folger features rare books from the collection of Stuart and Mimi Rose that present literary, cultural, and historical high points.
Through Sun, Jan 5, 2025
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