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197143517Gambit 1971. 1971. Very Good-/Very Good- owner's name fep dust-jacket minor edgewear; The study of an early model of the American political machine and its mechanics under two Royal governors; 361 pages . Gambit, 1971, unknown
196742342Princeton NJ: Princeton University Press. Near Fine in Very Good dust jacket. 1967. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. A Near Fine first printing of the first edition thta is lightly edgeworn in a price-clipped Very Good dust-jacket that is scuffed and worn around the trim; At the time of the Castro Revolutionary Government takeover in Cuba Professor Zeitlin and his wife conducted a series of interviews withCuban workers to explore their attitudes toward the Cuban revolution. 'This book is a result of those intervie; 8vo; 306 pages; FSA . Princeton University Press hardcover
200020225New York: Soho. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2000. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 1569471932 . A handsome first edition/first printing in unread Fine condition in Fine dust-jacket. SIGNED by author Qiu Xiaolong directly on the title page; The introduction of Inspector Chen Chao the up-and-coming chief inspector of the Shanghai Police Bureau determined to prove his worth. His first case is the murder of a National Model Worker a poster girl for the socialist ideal but Chen unearths another less seemly side of Guan Hongying. Winnner of the Anthony Award for best first novel in 2001; Inspector Chen Chao; 8vo; Signed by Author . Soho hardcover
200425999New York: Forge. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2004. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0765307820 . A Fine first edition/first printing in alike dust-jacket. SIGNED by author Marcus Wynne directly on the title page; The story of two brothers in the U.S. Army during World War II. Their shared experiences and the bonds that are formed between them will keep readers engaged from beginning to end.; A Dale Miller and Charley Payne Novel; 8vo; Signed by Author . Forge hardcover
200126000New York: Forge. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2001. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0312877951 . A Fine first edition/first printing in like dust-jacket. SIGNED by author Marcus Wynne directly on the title page; No Other Option is a book that tells the story of a father and son who are faced with a difficult decision. The son is a high school student who is faced with the decision of whether or not to join the military. The father is a veteran who is faced with the decision of whether or not to return to the military. The story follows the son and father as they struggle with the decision and try to find a way to make the best decision for themselves.; 8vo; Signed by Author . Forge hardcover
1969120677New York: Doubleday. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1969. First Edition; First Printing. Cloth. Fading to very bottom edge of front board otherwise Fine; This book is about a spy who is trying to stop a war between two countries.; 8vo; $5.00 . Doubleday hardcover
200725997London: Orion Books. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2007. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0752885790 . A just about Fine 1st UK edition/1st Impression in alike dust-jacket. SIGNED by author Edward Wright directly on the title page; Benjamin Wright's haunting and atmospheric novel tells the story of Father Michael a priest in a small remote town in the Appalachian Mountains who begins to question the tenets of his faith after a series of strange occurrences begin to plague the town. As Father Michael investigates the strange happenings he begins to realize that the devil is real and has been visiting the town to tempt its citizens.; 8vo; Signed by Author . Orion Books hardcover
200625126London: Orion Books. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2006. 1st UK Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0752869299 . A Fine first UK edition/first Impression in alike dust-wrapper showing some bumping to spine. SIGNED and dated "28 April 2006" by author Edward Wright directly on the title page; Red Sky Lament tells the story of the North American continent from the perspective of a group of people who have been driven from their homes by a terrible plague. They must find a new home on a new continent and face the challenges of a new land and a new way of life.; 8vo; Signed by Author . Orion Books hardcover
200425998New York: G. P. Putnam's Sons. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2004. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0399151982 . A Fine first edition/first printing in alike dust-jacket. SIGNED and dated "4 June 2004" by author Edward Wright directly on the title page; I Disappear is a compelling and dark novel about a young man with Asperger's Syndrome and his journey to find himself. Ethan is trying to find his place in the world but he's constantly thwarted by his lack of social skills and strange obsessions. When he meets a girl named Sarah he finally feels like he has found a friend. But Sarah is mysterious and elusive and Ethan starts to worry that she might be hiding something. Then one night Sarah disappears without a trace. Ethan begins to explore her disappearance and he soon discovers that Sarah is connected to a network of disappearances that are happening all over the city. With the help of his friend and mentor Dr. James Ethan starts to piece together the mystery of Sarah's disappearance and the sinister plot that may be behind it. I Disappear is a suspenseful and compelling novel that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the end.; A John Ray Horn Novel; 8vo; Signed by Author . G. P. Putnam's Sons hardcover
1938160069Boston And New York: Houghton Mifflin Company. Good in Good dust jacket. 1938. First American Edition. Hardcover. Good condition book with Good condition dust jacket. Spine of book is slightly faded. Personal library plate on front endpage and pencil markings on front flyleaf. Very slight foxing. Dust jacket has a few worn edges. ; If you're looking for a book that is both whimsical and whimsical-tweaked look no further than Cardboard Castle by Percival Christopher Wren. This novel is about a young boy named Henry who is sent to live with his grandpa in a cardboard castle. From the very first page the reader is drawn into the story and is never able to put the book down. The characters are lovable and the writing is delightful.; 8vo; 311 pages . Houghton Mifflin Company hardcover
1938160104London: John Murray. Good in Good dust jacket. 1938. Hardcover. An ediiton in good plus condition housed in an equal dust jacket that bears a few creases. The book has foxing on the edges of the pages but teh text is overall in good condition; Christopher Percival's cardboard castle is a whimsical and whimsical creation. The castle is made entirely from cardboard and is folded together to create its structure. The castle is big enough for one person to stand inside and it is decorated with colorful paper pieces. The author writes about his creation in a humorous and playful way making the reader feel like they are inside the castle with him.; 8vo; 365 pages . John Murray hardcover
1938160105London: John Murray. Good. 1938. Hardcover. An edition in good condition that bears some on the edges of the pages. The text is overall in good condition. It appears that there was something pasted down on front endpage that has been removed. The cover has a few stains and some general shelfwear; Christopher Percivals Cardboard Castle is a whimsical and charming story about a young boy who builds a castle out of recycled cardboard boxes. The boys imaginative and creative spirit is evident in every detail of his castle from the turrets and moats to the colorful windowpanes. The story is full of humor and the boys friends are delighted when they finally visit his cardboard castle. This book is perfect for children who love building castles out of recycled materials and it is sure to bring a smile to their faces.; 8vo; 365 pages . John Murray hardcover
1958biblio12500<p>First edition first printing of the first novel by this author. Light edge wear. Someone tape repaired a 1/2 inch tear that ends in a 1/4 inch deep V chip on the front dustjacket panel at the edge of the spine. Tape reinforcement to the head of the spine as well. Earlier owners name on the first free end page. Price clipped otherwise in very good / good condition.</p> Hodder & Stoughton hardcover
199926537New York: Simon & Schuster. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1999. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0684852624 . A smart first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with soiled page edges in alike dust-jacket with light edgewear; The book Shadow: Five Presidents and the Legacy of Watergate by Woodward tells the story of the Watergate scandal from the perspective of the five presidents who were in office during the time it took place. The book provides a detailed look at the events that led to Watergate and the subsequent cover-up as well as the lasting effects it has had on American politics.; 8vo; 592 pages . Simon & Schuster hardcover
200225975New York: G. P. Putnam's Sons. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2002. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0399149295 . A Fine first edition/first printing in alike dust-jacket showing some bumping to the bottom of the spine. SIGNED by author Stuart Woods on the title page; In Stuart Woods' Blood Orchid private investigator Dave Robicheaux is hired by a wealthy couple to find their missing daughter. The daughter has been missing for a month and the parents are starting to worry. Dave starts by interviewing everyone who had any contact with the daughter in the month she was gone. He soon realizes that the daughter was involved in something illegal and is in danger. Dave starts to track down the people who he believes are responsible for the daughter's safety and puts his life at risk in the process.; 8vo; Signed by Author . G. P. Putnam's Sons hardcover
199525976New York: HarperCollinsPublishers. Near Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1995. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0060176679 . A handsome first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with little staining/tanning to page edges in Fine dust-jacket. Signed by author Stuart Woods directly on the title page; In Choke Stuart Woods introduces readers to a new hard-hitting thriller series set in the world of professional bull riding. This debut novel follows the story of Jeb Stuart a rodeo star turned bull rider who finds himself in over his head when he is drafted to compete in the Professional Bull Riders' PBR prestigious World Finals. As Jeb struggles to stay on top of his game he comes up against some of the toughest competition in the world including seasoned veterans and some of the most dangerous bulls in the sport.With a fast-paced plot and page-turning suspense Choke is the perfect novel for fans of thrillers like The Hangman's Daughter and The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo.; 8vo; Signed by Author . HarperCollinsPublishers hardcover
200125977New York: G. P. Putnam's Sons. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2001. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0399147365 . A Fine first edition/first printing in alike dust-jacket. SIGNED by author Stuart Woods on the title page; A compelling story of love loss and redemption set against a spectacular backdrop of the Alaskan wilderness.In Cold Paradise Stuart Woods brings to life the stunningly beautiful landscape of the Alaskan wilderness the rugged people who live there and the powerful love story of two people who find themselves lost in this unforgiving land.When the beautiful but troubled Debra moves with her little girl to a remote cabin in the woods she has no idea of the turmoil that awaits her. Her husband is a successful outdoorsman whose obsession with the wilderness has driven a wedge between them.As Debra begins to explore her new home she discovers a secret garden a place of peace and beauty. She starts to fall in love with the land and with the man who owns it.But when her husband finds out about the garden he is furious. He accuses Debra of hiding from him of being cold and unyielding.; 8vo; Signed by Author . G. P. Putnam's Sons hardcover
199425978New York: HarperCollinsPublishers. Near Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1994. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0060177152 . An elegant first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with lighly soiled page edges in Fine dust jacket. SIGNED by author Stuart Woods directly on the title page; In Dead Eyes Stuart Woods takes the reader on a chilling journey through the aftermath of a brutal murder. In a small town in New Hampshire people are afraid to go out at night and the only light that shines through the darkness is the light of the sun that never sets. When a body is found hanging from a tree in the woods the residents of the town are convinced that the killer is still out there and they are right. The body is that of the town's deputy sheriff and it is quickly determined that he was killed because he was investigating the murder of the town's schoolteacher. The town is in shock and the only person who seems to be able to cope is the town's mayor who is also the father of the schoolteacher. As the investigation progresses it becomes clear that the killer is a deranged man who is obsessed with the schoolteacher. The townspeople are terrified and they are not the only ones.; 8vo; 303 pages; Signed by Author . HarperCollinsPublishers hardcover
200325981New York: G. P. Putnam's Sons. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2003. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0399149821 . A Fine first edition/first printing in alike dust-jacket. SIGNED by author Stuart Woods directly on the title page; This book is about a man who has to take care of his family when his wife is sick and his son is a teenager. He has to find a job to make money to take care of them and he has to do whatever it takes to make sure they are taken care of.; A Stone Barrington Novel; 8vo; Signed by Author . G. P. Putnam's Sons hardcover
199425982New York: HarperCollinsPublishers. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1994. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0060177764 . A first edition/first printing Fine condition with age-toned pages in alike dust-jacket. SIGNED by author Stuart Woods directly on the title page.; When his mother dies seventeen-year-old Holden Caulfield is sent from New York to live with his father in California. Holden is a rebellious and defiant young man and he doesn't care for the hot dry climate. He spends his days wandering the streets of LA smoking pot and listening to music. One day he meets a group of boys who invite him to join their gang. Holden is reluctant at first but he eventually succumbs and becomes involved with a life of crime. He is soon caught up in a dangerous world of drugs sex and violence. Holden is determined to break free and find his place in the world but it is difficult to escape the grip of his past.; 8vo; Signed by Author . HarperCollinsPublishers hardcover
199220206New York: HarperCollinsPublishers. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1992. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0060177764 . A handsome first edition/first printing in Fine condition in alike slightly rubbed dust-jacket. A nice copy; In Heat Stuart Woods tells the story of Jack Reacher a nomadic loner who wanders the country looking for work. When the military arrests Jack for unspecified reasons he's forced to go on the run. With the help of a sympathetic female officer and a veteran who helps Jack plan his escape Jack eventually makes his way to Canada where he meets a sympathetic refugee who helps him hide from the FBI. Eventually Jack is able to return to the United States and clear his name.; 8vo; FSA . HarperCollinsPublishers hardcover
199525983New York: HarperCollinsublishersP. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1995. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0060177756 . A first edition/first printing in Fine condition in alike dust-jacket. SIGNED by author Stuart Woods directly on the title page; When two strangers are stranded on an uninhabited island the only connection they have is their shared sense of humor. As they explore their new surroundings they learn more about themselves and each other and begin to fall in love.This sweet romantic story will leave you feeling grateful for the connections we make with people we barely know.; 8vo; Signed by Author . HarperCollinsublishersP hardcover
200025984New York: G. P. Putnam's Sons. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2000. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0399146644 . A Fine first edition/first printing in alike dust-jacket. SIGNED by author Stuart Woods on the title page; WoodsThe novel follows a group of people as they are targeted by a serial killer who leaves body parts around the city. With the help of the police the group tries to piece together the clues to find the killer before they strike again.; 8vo; Signed by Author . G. P. Putnam's Sons hardcover
199325985New York: HarperCollinsPublishers. Near Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1993. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0060177144 . An attractive first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with tanned pages and lightly bumped lower corners in Fine dust jacket with small nick to upper spine else Fine. SIGNED by author Stuart Woods directly on the title page; Named one of the Best Books of the Year by Entertainment Weekly Los Angeles Times is a brilliantly written suspenseful novel about a Hollywood producer's obsession with the truth about his sister's death.; 8vo; 329 pages; Signed by Author . HarperCollinsPublishers hardcover
199331648New York: Harper Collins. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1993. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0060177144 . A smart first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition in alike dust-jacket with light rubbing and minor edgewear; In this novel Stuart Woods sets the stage for a future Hollywood where the entertainment industry is controlled by a few powerful men. The book follows the lives of three Hollywood insiders as they navigate the treacherous waters of the entertainment industry.; 8vo; 329 pages; FSA . Harper Collins hardcover