He was particularly fond of early editions, tall copies, and unique works.

I am no hunter of rarities; I care nothing for first editions and for tall copies; what I buy is literature, food for the soul of man.

However, the studio had 12-inch tall copies of the Nicolosi sculpture made in Bakelite and presented them as promotional items to theater owners and members of the media.

Experienced booksellers may be able to describe a 'tall copy' or a 'large copy', or one with 'good margins', but it is always better to be able to substantiate such claims.

I could picture him charging mace in hand at the head of his vassals, or delivering over a dissenter of the period to the rack and thumbscrew, but not pottering among rare editions, tall copies and Grolier bindings, nor condescending to a quiet cigar among the tree ferns and orchids.