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196240229Washington 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
19882090502113709042Not Available 1988. Soft Cover. Fine. The book is in fine condition. Not Available paperback
19812090502113708977Not Available 1981. Soft Cover. Fine. Number of books: 1 Not Available paperback
196464204New York: E.P. Dutton & Co. Inc. 1964. 8vo. 378 pp. Half-cloth over boards quarter-black cloth over green boards green lettering on spine minor rubbing shelfwear foxing to fore-edges textblock w/ d.j. cover art of Mercury capsule by Fred L. Wolff minor shelfwear VG-/VG copy. First edition stated of this suspense thriller positing cooperation between the U.S. and the Soviet Union in attempting a rescue of a marooned astronaut aboard a Mercury space capsule. E.P. Dutton & Co., Inc., hardcover
198726044New York: G. P. Putnam's Sons. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1987. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0399132430 . A Fine first edition/first printing in like dust-jacket; Scarlet is a unique and compelling debut novel that tells the story of Henry a young man who has been diagnosed with a rare and deadly disease. Henry begins to question what is truly important in life as he wrestles with the impending prospect of death. As he struggles to find a way to live while still holding on to what he believes is important Henry meets Scarlet a mysterious woman who helps him to see that life is more than just a series of events that happen to us. Scarlet teaches Henry that there is beauty in all things even death and that the only thing that truly matters is the moment we are living in.; 8vo . G. P. Putnam's Sons hardcover
196142948New 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
198243458Eureka 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
198826045New 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
199326046New 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
198230816New 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
200425128New York: Berkley Books. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2004. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0425193993 . An attractive first edition/first printing in Fine condition in alike dust-jacket with trivial edgewear. SIGNED by author Susan Wittig Albert directly on the title page; Albert tells the story of a death that is both sad and funny. Dilly a spunky old lady is in for a big surprise when she dies. She is taken to the afterlife only to find that she is in a place that is both neat and tidy and quite boring. Dilly is not used to this and she starts to get upset. Eventually she finds a way to escape and comes back to life but she is never the same again.; A China Bayles Mystery; 8vo; 323 pages; Signed by Author . Berkley Books hardcover
199825130New York: Berkley Prime Crime. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1998. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0425165396 . A gorgeous first edition/first printing in Fine condtion in alike dust-jacket with trivial edgewear. SIGNED by author Susan Wittig Albert directly on the title page; Death by Susan Wittig Albert tells the story of a woman's obsessive quest for justice after her husband is murdered in Chile. The woman travels to Chile to track down her husband's killer even though she knows it could mean her own death. Death by Albert is an intense and gripping read that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end.; A China Bayles Mystery; 8vo; 306 pages; Signed by Author . Berkley Prime Crime hardcover
199525131New York: Charles Scribner's Sons. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1995. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0684196778 . A just about Fine first edition/first printing in like dust-jacket. Beautifully SIGNED by author Susan Wittig Albert directly on the title page; In Hangman's Root Albert and Susan Wittig tell the story of Joel a young boy who is trying to save his family from a curse that has befallen them. Joel must use his wit and intelligence to outsmart the evil witch who has put a spell on his family and he must do so before the curse kills them all. This exciting suspenseful novel is filled with humor and charm and will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the end.; 8vo; Signed by Author . Charles Scribner's Sons hardcover
200325132New York: Berkley Books. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2003. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0425188280 . A handsome first edition/first printing in alike dust-jacket. SIGNED by author Susan Wittig Albert directly on the title page; In Indigo Dying Albert and Susan Wittig explore the intimate and often devastating connections between illness and memory. The book tells the story of three daughters and their mothers during the course of one year as each woman battles a different kind of cancer. Each woman's experience is unique and the Wittigs provide readers with a nuanced and deeply personal exploration of the ways illness transforms our lives and the ways we try to keep our memories alive.; A China Bayles Mystery; 8vo; 304 pages; Signed by Author . Berkley Books hardcover
199725134New York: Berkley Prime Crime. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1997. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0425159698 . A most attractive first edition/first printing in Fine condition in alike dust-jacket. SIGNED by author Susan Wittig Albert directly on the title page; China Bayles investigates the murder of retired Texas Ranger Roy Adcock which hits surprisingly close to home ; A China Bayles Mystery; 8vo; x 1-308 2 pages; Signed by Author . Berkley Prime Crime hardcover
200025135New York: Berkley Prime Crime. Very Good in Fine dust jacket. 2000. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0425176738 . A bright first edition/first printing in Very Good condition in Fine dust-jacket. SIGNED by author Susan Wittig Albert directly on the title page; Mistletoe Man is an unforgettable story of love and loss obsession and redemption. Set in the small town of Christmas it tells the story of twins John and Jane who are stricken with a Christmas tragedy that changes their lives forever. As they deal with the loss of their family John and Jane find themselves drawn to each other in a way they never could have imagined. But their love is forbidden and the only way to keep it alive is to keep secrets from each other. As the holiday season approaches John and Jane must fight against the powerful forces that want to tear them apart. If they can survive the insanity of the Christmas season they may finally be able to find a way to be together-in life and in love.; A China Bayles Mystery; 8vo; 296 pages; Signed by Author . Berkley Prime Crime hardcover
199625136New York: Berkley Prime Crime. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1996. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0425149374 . A Fine first edition/first printing in like dust-jacket. SIGNED by author Susan Wittig Albert; Albert and Susan Wittig's book is a memoir of their relationship with their mother Rosemary. The Wittigs tell their story through anecdotes and memories of Rosemary who passed away in 2007. The book is a beautiful tribute to a wonderful mother and a wonderful woman.; 8vo; Signed by Author . Berkley Prime Crime hardcover
199225138New York: Charles Scribner's Sons. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1992. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0684195224 . A Fine first edition/first printing in like dust-jacket. SIGNED by author Susan Wittig Albert; First China Bayles novel; 8vo; Signed by Author . Charles Scribner's Sons hardcover
199629517New York: The Atlantic Monthly Press. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1996. First Edition; First Printing. Cloth. 087113652X . First edition/first printing in Fine seemingly unread condition in alike dust-jacket. SIGNED by author Sherman Alexie directly on the title page; Alexie's third book a dark and mesmerizing novel about the murderer stalking and scalping white men in Seattle. While the Indian Killer terrorizes the city its Native American population is thrown into turmoil; 8vo; xii 420 pages; Signed by Author . The Atlantic Monthly Press hardcover
198730180New 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
199933178New 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
199933033New 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
199916073New York: One World/Ballantine Books. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1999. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0345426045 . A handsome first edition/first printing in unread Fine condition in Fine dust-jacket. Signed with "Thanks" no personalization by author Sterling Anthony directly on the front free endpaper. Signed books by Anthony Sterling are rather scarce; In Cookie Cutter Anthony Sterling tells the story of three generations of women in one family. Each woman faces her own set of challenges and dilemmas both big and small as she tries to find her place in the world. Cookie Cutter is a powerful and introspective novel that will appeal to fans of fiction classics such as The Great Gatsby and To Kill a Mockingbird.; 8vo; Signed by Author . One World/Ballantine Books hardcover
199830934New 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
199031117New 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