Hemingway remains the most famous 20th-century American novelist
I N the early 1920s Ernest Hemingway was a little-known journalist slumming around Europe and getting into absinthe-fuelled scrapes. Then, a century ago, in 1925, he published 'In Our Time', a book of short stories; in July of that year he started working on 'The Sun Also Rises', his first novel, which fictionalised his antics. It became the most celebrated book about the 'Lost Generation' in post-war Europe.
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Scotsman
2 hours ago
- Scotsman
The 15 most valuable cassettes to own in July 2025
Remember how those humble Walkmans filled our pockets? While many now gather dust, a select few have become unexpected treasures. Proving once again that rarity, influence, and a good story can make plastic and magnetic tape worth a fortune, what was once considered a 'dead format' has found a new lease of life, popularised by some of the biggest chart-topping names in recent years, through to up-and-coming acts dubbing tapes on their parents' stereo. At least, we used to do that... there's probably an app for that now, correct? We've searched the annals of Discogs once again this month to find 15 more releases on cassette tape that fetched a huge sum in recent years, basing our findings on the highest sold price in the online marketplace's history. That means that though it did sell for that price originally, it's still worth undertaking your due diligence to check back in and see if there is still a demand for your items. That is, sadly, the nature of collecting. So, what did we find this month that commanded a huge figure to own on the humble old magnetic format? 1 . Alex G – Trick (2013) – £82.49 This cassette marks a significant early release from indie rock's influential cult hero, Alex G. Originally released on the independent Haze Tapes, early pressings were produced in very limited, often coloured, batches. Trick is considered one of his definitive and most beloved albums, its scarcity driven by a dedicated fanbase who covet these rare, physical artefacts of his early, prolific output. | Getty Images/Discogs Photo Sales 2 . Bad Brains – Bad Brains (1982) – £86.21 A cornerstone of hardcore punk, Bad Brains' self-titled debut album was originally released on cassette by ROIR. This red-shelled tape is a raw, blistering document of one of the most influential bands in punk and hardcore, renowned for their furious energy and pioneering sound. Its historical significance and the band's legendary status contribute heavily to its collector's appeal decades later. | Getty Images/Discogs Photo Sales 3 . Slum Village – Fan-tas-tic (1999) – £97.50 This limited early release from the revered hip-hop group Slum Village is a crucial piece for any serious collector. With its deep connection to the iconic production of J Dilla, Fan-tas-tic is considered a foundational album within soulful, experimental hip-hop. Its scarce original pressings, often distributed independently, make it a highly sought-after item from a pivotal era. | Getty Images/Discogs Photo Sales 4 . Beverly Glenn-Copeland – ...Keyboard Fantasies... (1986) – £131.25 This cassette holds the extraordinary tale of a visionary artist. Originally self-produced and self-distributed in minuscule quantities (reportedly only 50 copies), Keyboard Fantasies was a ground-breaking blend of ambient, electronic, and new-age music, far ahead of its time. Its rediscovery decades later led to global acclaim, making original copies of this almost mythical tape exceptionally valuable. | Getty Images/Discogs Photo Sales Related topics: BoostMusicTicketsAlbumsArtists
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2 hours ago
- The Guardian
Sixpennies: Penguin publishes its first paperback – archive, 1935
The middle-aged among us, when their thoughts turn to cheap books, recall as the best value in matter and make-up that they remember the scarlet and gold Nelson seven-pennies of prewar days. In many a household the best of Anthony Hope, Conan Doyle, and other favourites of the time still lives in these well-bound little volumes. Nothing quite so attractive in cheap form has followed them. But the Bodley Head Penguin Books at sixpence apiece, of which the first 10 have just appeared, have the same virtue of bringing books of wide variety within as easy range as a seat at the 'talkies' or a pint of ale. In the first batch the serious novelists are represented by, among others, Compton Mackenzie (Carnival), Mary Webb (Gone to Earth), and Susan Ertz (Madame Clair). A Dorothy Sayers and an Agatha Christie account for the crime tale. Mr Eric Linklater's exuberant Poet's Pub is of the number, and Mr Ernest Hemingway's Farewell to Arms has its own distinctive place. The type is clear; the boards stout enough to stand the wear and tear of pocket or haversack. The enterprise deserves a warm welcome.
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Woman opens pocket of Vinted jacket and is gobsmacked by item inside
When a woman opened the pockets of the jacket she purchased, she was left gobsmacked to find an item, wondering how the person who sent it hadn't missed it yet The woman couldn't believe what was in the parcel (Stock Image) ( Getty Images/iStockphoto) A woman was left gobsmacked when she opened the pocket of a Vinted jacket and found something shocking inside. Vinted can be a treasure trove for fantastic bargains, with many brand new items for sale with tags, but there are tonnes of things which have been worn too that just need a new home and a new owner to love the item. When Rachel, who posts on TikTok as @rachel_vintagemoonstone, purchased a jacket, she decided to check the pockets of it as it had been worn before – and she discovered her "most bizarre Vinted find ever" and found herself having to contact the seller. "I have just found something in a Vinted parcel that I have never found before, and my mind is slightly blown," Rachel admitted. READ MORE: {{title}} She continued: "I don't quite understand how someone forgets that this particular thing is in this particular item." Rachel held up the "super lovely jacket" which she bought "from Vinted," saying she was trying to get a bit of a winter wardrobe together. But when she checked the pockets just to see whether everything was in order, she got a massive surprise. Rachel explained she was going to put it in the wash, but then "literally found 50 quid" in cash, and held it up to the camera as proof. "My mind was blown," she shared, but continued: "Obviously, I messaged the seller straightaway and said look, in the pocket of this jacket I found £50, which I think belongs to you, so I need to give that back to you. "She messaged me back and was obviously astonished that I'd been honest because she'd been looking for it, and yeah, she got a little bit upset". Rachel transferred the money to the woman, saying she is an "honest person" and wouldn't dream of keeping other people's things, asking her followers whether they would've done the same thing. In the comments, someone wrote: "I received a Christmas card for the previous house owners & I just put it in the mail pile & 6 months later I was having a sort through & was about to rip it up & throw it in the bin but I thought I'd better open it first before I threw it away... it had 100€ in it... "I felt terrible that someone was probably thinking that this was lost forever! I managed to contact the previous owner & she came to collect it... it was from her in-laws who couldn't remember what address they had sent the card to. "She was so happy she bought me a bottle of wine! I'm too honest... my conscience won't allow me to be anything else!" A sceptical woman penned: "Hypothetically speaking, imagine if it was fake money planted in the pockets and she does this to all her Vinted items." Rachel responded: "They were definitely not fakes, thankfully. I spent the money on a Tesco shop today, so now they're in the system. The shop would have 100% told me if they were." She replied: "Phhhhew, sorry if I sounded very sceptical. I've been scammed so many times myself. Thank you for being so honest. There needs to be more people like you in the world."
