Haldeman-Julius Company Girard KS January 1924. Unknown. Good. Covers tanned corners and a few page edges chipped owner name penciled above title. A very rare copy of the 1924 Little Blue Book Haldeman-Julius Company, Girard, KS unknown
<p>2 small Temple stamps in front and back boards pocket intact name inscribed FPD very slight toning else content appears as unread and unblemished black cloth covered boards gold gilt displaying no significant surface/edge wear as shown.</p><p><strong>Synopsis: </strong> The story revolves around the life of a Jewish businessman Moses who is affectionately referred to as "Uncle Moses." Set in the early 20th century the novel explores themes of family tradition and the immigrant experience in America.<P>Uncle Moses is depicted as a hard-working self-made man who runs a successful garment factory. He is deeply rooted in his cultural heritage but struggles with the conflicts between traditional values and the ambitions of the younger generation. The narrative delves into his relationships with family members particularly his niece who represents the newer American values that challenge his traditional views.</p><p>The book highlights the complexities of immigrant life the pursuit of the American Dream and the generational tensions that arise within families. By blending humor with poignant moments Goldberg paints a vivid picture of the Jewish-American experience during a time of significant social change.</p><p>Overall "Uncle Moses" is a reflection on identity love and the challenges of adapting to a new world while preserving one's cultural roots. Top of Form</p><p><strong>Insurance & handling is included free. Extra Charges/Fees apply on Shipments Outside The U.S. and Expedited Shipments. Oversize and/or heavy books may require additional fees. Will advise</strong> .10.26.20 #4106-110320 Updated <strong>Biblio 4.12.25</strong> </p> E.P. Dutton & Co hardcover
Girard Kansas: Haldeman-Julius Publications 1936. Paperback. Fair. 32p. plus ads. A red staplebound softcover pamphlet in acceptable condition. Edges worn; circular stains on front cover. Red color has soaked through onto endpapers. 3 pages of advertisements have been cut out but the main text remains intact. Binding tight. An athiest journalist offers his commentary on Edward Boyd Barrett a Jesuit priest who challenged his order in the publication "The Jesuit Enigma" and was censored for his psychological works. Fr. Boyd Barrett temporarly left the Jesuits but eventually recanted and rejoined the order. Haldeman-Julius Publications paperback
Worcester: Dorr Howland and Co 1834. Third Edition Revised and Enlarged. Full Leather. Very Good binding. Interestingly this copy belonged to one Eli Wodell of Fall River. He served in the US Navy during the Civil War witnessing the sinking of the Alabama. After the war he married a young woman she was 31 he was 63 living with her at Quadrilateral the house he built in Fall River. His wife committed suicide by hanging under suspicious circumstances in 1875. Wodell was tried for murder and ultimately was acquitted in what was the most scandalous trial in Fall River history until a few years later the trial of Lizzie Borden came along! Eli wrote at length of his life in general and the death of his wife and his subsequent trial in particular in Genealogy of a Part of the Wodell Family.and a Condensed BIOGRAPHY of . Eli Wodell" published in 1880. He concludes his account with an epic poem he penned himself:~~"My wife is dead she hanged herself of course she gone to glory.~She tied the knot and hanged herself Lamentable the story.~And I was persecuted by "the people called Christian"~They raised a cry that murder foul had surely been committed~That ninety-nine of every hundred believed that I did it."~and~"One brazen hag with lying breath.~Declared I plunged my wife to death.~One drunken fellow who deals in ice~said he could prove I killed my wife."~~Great stuff.~Eli Wodell's copy of the "Town Officer or Laws of Massachusetts.". Very Good binding. Dorr, Howland and Co unknown books
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