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1962réf. 40229Washington D.C.: U.S. Government Printing Office. Very Good. 1962. Hardcover. Very Good condition light edgewear; ; 4to; 278 pages . U.S. Government Printing Office hardcover books
1961réf. 42948New York: Bonanza Books. Very Good- in Very Good- dust jacket. 1961. First Edition; Fifth Printing. Cloth. First edition/Fifth printing in Very Good- condition with pen marks to front board and slight rubbing to the board edges in alike dust-jacket with soiling and scuffing; The Civil War was a time of great change for the United States of America. Railroads were a key part of this change and helped to bolster the Union army by providing a quick and efficient way to transport troops and supplies. Civil War Railroads is a book about the history of the railroads during the Civil War and their importance to the war effort.; 192 pages . Bonanza Books hardcover
1982réf. 43458Eureka IL: Board of Trustees of Eureka College. Very Good in Very Good dust jacket. 1982. Hardcover. An edition in Very Good condition with shelfwear and a cocked spine in an alike dust-jacket that has a closed tear on lower front which is taped on the inside; This history of Eureka College was compiled by a committee chaired by Mrs. Stephen Binkley; 8vo; 312 pages; FSA . Board of Trustees of Eureka College hardcover
1988réf. 26045New York: Donald I. Fine Inc. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1988. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 1556110820 . A Fine first edition/first printing in like dust-jacket; Red Eye is a thriller novel set in the days leading up to the terrorist attacks on September 11 2001. It tells the story of FBI agent Tony Hill and his partner Bureau Chief Dana Scully as they work to track down the terrorists.; 8vo . Donald I. Fine, Inc. hardcover books
1993réf. 26046New York: Donald I. Fine Inc. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1993. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 155611348x . A Fine first edition/first printing in like dust-jacket; In this suspenseful novel Aellen Richard tells the story of Cain a man who has been through more anguish and pain than any human should have to bear. After being abandoned by his God-fearing family Cain turns to the dark side and becomes a relentless killer. But after a series of terrifying nightmares Cain comes to understand that he is not alone in his suffering and that there is a way out. In this bold and compelling novel Richard tells the story of one man's journey from despair to hope and from darkness to light.; 8vo . Donald I. Fine, Inc. hardcover books
1982réf. 30816New York: Arbor House. Very Good in Near Fine dust jacket. 1982. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0877953414 . A bright first edition/first printing in Very Good condition with lightly foxed edges in Near Fine dust jacket with minor edgewear; The Medusa Complex tells the story of a young woman named Maya who is trying to come to terms with her sexuality and her identity. She is confused and doesn't know who she is and she is trying to find her place in the world. She starts to explore her sexuality and meets a guy named Noah who is also exploring his sexuality. Maya and Noah start to become close friends but Maya is still unsure of who she is and what she wants in life. She is afraid that she will become like the Medusa character from Greek mythology who is a monster with snakes for hair. Maya is struggling to find her identity but she is also fighting against the fear of becoming a monster.; 8vo; 312 pages . Arbor House hardcover
1987réf. 30180New York St. Louis San Francisco Toronto Hamburg Mexico: McGraw-Hill Book Company. Very Good in Near Fine dust jacket. 1987. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0070011958 . A attractive first edition/first printing in Very Good condition with blind stamp to front free end paper cocked spine and minor soiling to upper roar board in Near Fine dust-jacket with light soiling to upper rear panel and minor edgewear; Allen's book is a comprehensive history of World War III simulations from the earliest days of the Cold War to the present. He tells the story of the people who have created and played these games as well as the policymakers who have used them to rehearse strategies for waging war. The book is full of fascinating anecdotes and reveals the surprising ways that war games have influenced real-world events.; 8vo; FSA . McGraw-Hill Book Company hardcover
1999réf. 33178New York: Ballantine Books. Very Good in Very Good dust jacket. 1999. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0345423461 . First edition/first printing in Very Good condition in alike dust-jacket with light edgewear and a small closed tear to the upper right corner; Set in the days of the American Revolution Gideon is a stirring tale of courage love and sacrifice. After the death of his father Gideon is forced to leave his home in New Hampshire to live with his cruel stepfather in Massachusetts. There Gideon is apprenticed to a tanner and spends his days cutting leather and his nights patrolling the town for British spies. One night Gideon Granger stumbles upon a group of British soldiers planning to raid the town. He single-handedly defeats the British forces and is hailed as a hero. Inspired by Gideon's bravery the people of the town vow to stand up to the British Empire. With the help of Gideon and his friends the town rallies to victory and drives the British out of Massachusetts.; 8vo; FSA . Ballantine Books hardcover
1999réf. 33033New York: Ballantine Books. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1999. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0345423461 . First edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with several dings to board edges in alike dust-jacket with small closed tear to upper back near spine; Gideon a stray dog is taken in by a kind couple who teach him how to be a better dog. Gideon soon becomes their best friend and helps them with their gardening and housework. When the couple moves away Gideon is sad but takes comfort in knowing he will always have a place in their hearts.; 8vo; FSA . Ballantine Books hardcover
1998réf. 30934New York: HarperCollinsPublishers. Near Fine in Very Good dust jacket. 1998. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0060191503 . A handsome first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition in Very Good dust jacket with light edgewear; Jeffrey Archer's The Eleventh Commandment is the story of how a young girl who has been abandoned by her parents is taken in by a kindly old couple and learns the importance of obedience. The girl is taught the Ten Commandments and soon realizes the importance of following them. However when the old couple dies the girl is left to fend for herself. She is eventually taken in by a family who also have ten children and she learns to live by the Eleven Commandments.; 8vo; 359 pages . HarperCollinsPublishers hardcover
1990réf. 31117New York: Harper & Row Publishers. Very Good in Very Good dust jacket. 1990. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0060162856 . First edition/first printing in Very Good condition with damp staining to rear board in alike price clipped dust-jacket with laminate separation to front and water damage to back; and Marshall tells the story of Emmett a young man who is trying to find his place in the world. He is a talented musician but he has to struggle to make a living and support his family. One day Emmett meets a woman named Mambo and they fall in love. Mambo is a dancer in a traveling show and she is always on the move. Emmett is excited to be able to travel with her but he knows that he can't support them both. Mambo decides to leave him and Emmett is heartbroken. He decides to travel the world and find himself. He meets new people and learns new things but he never loses sight of what is important to him: his relationship with Mambo.; 8vo; FSA . Harper & Row, Publishers hardcover
1990réf. 41429New York: Crescent Books. Very Good in Very Good dust jacket. 1990. First Edition; First Printing. Cloth. 0517017768 . A first edition/first printing in Very Good condition in a Very Good dust-jacket with wear to edges and little soiling to the rear; This book is a compilation of paintings prints and photographs of William Shakespeare. The author Geoffrey Ashton provides a detailed biography of Shakespeare and his work as well as a critique of the various paintings prints and photographs of the playwright. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Shakespeare and his work.; 4to; 160 pages; FSA . Crescent Books hardcover
1942réf. 43857Boston And Chicago: The Pilgrim Press. Good in Fair dust jacket. c1942. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. A first edition in Good condition with ink margin notes on a few pages and edgewear to the boards in a dust-jacket in Fair condition showing signs of wear. A 3-1/4 by 2-1/2 missing chip on back. Previous owner's information inked on front end paper; The first book in fifty years to trace the course of Congregational history from its beginnings in England to the present-day organization and outlook of the denomination; 8vo; 432 pages . The Pilgrim Press hardcover books
2001réf. 25896New York: Warner Books. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 2001. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0446525804 . A smart first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with lightly soiled page edges in alike dust-jacket with minor edgewear. Boldly SIGNED by author David Baldacci directly on the title page; When the US president is assassinated the vice president the Speaker of the House and the majority leader all declare themselves candidates for the presidency. The race is a three-way tie and the Senate must vote to determine the winner. The only problem is that the Senate is deadlocked and can't decide who to choose as president. A new president is chosen by the House of Representatives and the last man standing becomes the new president.; 8vo; 548 pages; Signed by Author . Warner Books hardcover books
1977réf. 41090Washington DC: United States Government Printing Office. Good. 1977. Second Printing. Hardcover. A second printing in Good condition with discoloration to boards in addition to general agewear; Color photographs and descriptive data for 50 stream channels for which roughness coefficients have been determined; 8vo; 213 pages . United States Government Printing Office hardcover
1899réf. 28131London: C. Arthur Pearson Limited. Very Good. 1899. Hardcover. An edition in very good condition. The fabric on the hardback and pages are discolored possibly due to exposure to water however still legible. It looks as though someone has tried to restore the paste downs in the front that connected to the inner binding; ; 8vo; 288 pages . C. Arthur Pearson Limited hardcover books
1998réf. 20248New York: G. P. Putnam's Sons. As New in As New dust jacket. 1998. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0399143718 . An attractive first edition/first printing in unread As New condition in alike dust-jacket. SIGNED by author Nevada Barr directly on the title page; Carlsbad Caverns park ranger Anna Pigeon is in a very tight squeeze.literally. Pitting herself against private demons and unmerciful Mother Nature Pigeon sets out to traverse New Mexico's underground caverns in search of a fellow ranger. 1999 Anthony Award nominee; 8vo; Signed by Author . G. P. Putnam's Sons hardcover books
2003réf. 15128New York: G. P. Putnam's Sons. As New in As New dust jacket. 2003. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0399149759 . A very beautiful first edition/first printing in unread As New condition in alike dustjacket. SIGNED by author Nevada Barr directly on the front flyleaf; In the 11th Anna Pigeon Novel following Hunting Season Anna Pigeon has taken the position of supervisory ranger on Garden Key the last island in the Florida Keys to think about her forthcoming wedding. As she goes about her duties Anna quickly becomes ensnared in one life-threatening situation after another; Anna Pigeon; 8vo; Signed by Author . G. P. Putnam's Sons hardcover books
1965réf. 42449Valley Forge: The Judson Press. Very Good in Good dust jacket. 1965. First Edition; Fifth Printing. Cloth. A Very Good Later printing of the first edition that is rubbed Good dust-jacket is lightly scuffed with closed tear on upper back edge; A study of the Epistle to the Ephesians; 8vo; 272 pages; FSA . The Judson Press hardcover
1998réf. 43356New York: Walter De Gruyter. Very Good in Very Good dust jacket. 1998. Cloth. Green dust-jacket with yellow lettering; Author draws from a range of sources to trace Jesus' special position with early Judaism; 8vo; 386 pages . Walter De Gruyter hardcover books
1987réf. 41716New Haven CT and London: Yale University Press. Very Good in Very Good dust jacket. 1987. First Edition; First Printing. Cloth. 0300041047 . A bright first edition/first printing in Very Good condition in Very Good dust-jacket with light edgewear; Cardinal de La Rochefoucauld was a reforming leader in the French Church during the eighteenth century. He advocated for change and helped to improve the organization and functioning of the Church. His work helped to create a more efficient and unified Church which in turn helped to improve the quality of life for Catholics in France.; 8vo; 302 pages . Yale University Press hardcover
1998réf. 45323New York: Ballantine Books. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1998. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0345428102 . A lovely first edition/first printing in Fine condition in alike dust-jacket; Samuel Griggs is a disgruntled and bored attorney who is looking for something to do before he retires. His wife Margaret has been trying to get him to retire for years but Samuel is not ready to give up his law career just yet. One night Samuel is having a drink at the local bar and he meets a woman named Laura. Laura tells Samuel that she is a witch and that she can help him get in touch with his inner magic. Samuel is skeptical but he decides to give Laura a try. Laura tells Samuel that he needs to go to the midnight before Christmas and spend some time with the elf who will give him some guidance. Samuel decides to go to Laura's house the night before Christmas and spend the night there. Laura tells Samuel that he needs to put on a Santa suit and go to the Santa Claus parade. Samuel is skeptical but he decides to go along with Laura's plan. When Samuel arrives at the Santa Claus parade; 8vo; x 2 3-224 6 pages . Ballantine Books hardcover books
1946réf. 42043New York: Alfred A. Knopf. Very Good in Very Good dust jacket. 1946. Second Printing. Cloth. A Very Good second printing with sunning to the edgeworn and aged boards in an edgeworn alike dust-jacket; Time period 1861-65. Saga of the Capital of the Confederacy; her heroes her gallant women her wounded her traitors her prisoners - throughout the war years; 8vo; 313 pages; FSA . Alfred A. Knopf hardcover
1994réf. 31832New York: Simon & Schuster. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1994. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0671881779 . First edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with light soiling to board edges and damp staining to lower bottom board in alike dust-jacket with damp staining to bottom rear panel; Casino Moon is the story of a young woman Lily who is seeking to find her place in the world. She moves to Las Vegas to start over but quickly realizes that the city is not as glamorous as she thought it would be. Lily meets a strange man named Tom who takes her under his wing and helps her find her way in the city. She eventually finds work as a dealer at a high-end casino and begins to make new friends and find her place in the world.; 8vo; FSA . Simon & Schuster hardcover
1996réf. 30167New York: Simon & Schuster. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1996. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0684810948 . A smart first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition in alike dust-jacket with light edgewear; After the death of his mother sixteen-year-old Jesse moves to the country with his hippie-ish artist-father. Jesse is not happy with the change but he soon makes friends with the kids at the local boarding school. One of the kids is a strange dark-haired boy named Owen. Jesse soon realizes that Owen is a very strange boy and he's not the only one who feels this way. Owen seems to be stalking Jesse and no one can explain why. Jesse starts to fear for his safety and he must figure out what's going on before it's too late.; 8vo; 396 pages; FSA . Simon & Schuster hardcover
