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Bischoff, David F. ; Monteleone, Thomas F.
Dragonstar Destiny
Imprint: New York, Ace Books, 1989
Edition: First Paperback Edition.
Binding: Softback
Sci-fi novel of a starship of intelligent dinosaurs with human cargo, entering the human solar system and baffling the people encountering it. Softcover, 216pp., book shows moderate general wear. A good reading copy. Size: 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" tall. Book. Book Condition: Good-. Binding: Soft cover
Stock number: 00011183. ISBN: 0441166768
$US 7.00 |
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Bishop, Schuyler, Editor
Passion for Golf, A : The Best of Golf Writing
Imprint: New York, St. Martin's Press, 1998
Binding:
Hardback
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With Dust Jacket
A thoughtfully selected grouping of pieces from the best golf writers of the modern era, showcasing the turning points in the game, the relationship between golf and life, portraying happiness and heartbreak in the game, struggle and triumph, skills and challenges, much more. Edition and printing not given. Hardcover with dust jacket, 349pp. A very nice copy. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Book. Book Condition: Fine. Binding: Hardcover. Jacket: Fine
Stock number: 00009724. ISBN: 0312190271
$US 14.00 |
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Bishop, Michael
Transfigurations
Imprint: New York, Berkley Publishing Corp. / G. P. Putnam's Sons, 1979
Edition: SFBC
Binding:
Hardback
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With Dust Jacket
Sci-fi novel of the mysterious uncovering of the truth relating to the horrible fate of a scholar studying the Asadi, the native race of the colonized planet BoskVeld, this people's strange rituals, and what is ultimately discovered at a secret hidden temple. Hardcover with dust jacket, 311pp. A very nice copy. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Book. Book Condition: Fine. Binding: Hardcover. Jacket: Fine
Stock number: 00005774.
$US 12.00 |
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Bishop, Michael
Transfigurations
Imprint: New York, Berkley Publishing Corp. / G. P. Putnam's Sons, 1979
Edition: SFBC
Binding:
Hardback
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With Dust Jacket
Sci-fi novel of the mysterious uncovering of the truth relating to the horrible fate of a scholar studying the Asadi, the native race of the colonized planet BoskVeld, this people's strange rituals, and what is ultimately discovered at a secret hidden temple. Hardcover with dust jacket, 311pp., d.j. shows very light edgewear. A nice copy. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Book. Book Condition: Fine. Binding: Hardcover. Jacket: Very Good+
Stock number: 00007958.
$US 12.00 |
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Bixby, E. Rew
Fire Throne Mountain
Imprint: New York, Tower Books, 1981
Edition: First Paperback Edition.
Binding: Softback
Sci-fi novel of the planet Vassa - massive plains, green hills, deep blue seas - and a place destined to play host to a horrifying conflict. Softcover, 206pp., book shows moderate general wear. A good reading copy. Size: 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" tall. Book. Book Condition: Good-. Binding: Soft cover
Stock number: 00011280. ISBN: 050551723X
$US 7.00 |
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Bjerke, Luther ; Jaymee Seidel
Gospel According to Beaver Creek, The
Imprint: Grand Forks, Northland Printing, 1987
Edition: First Edition (stated).
Binding: Softback
Inscription: Signed by Author(s)
FIRST PRINTING (stated) of the First Edition. The autobiography and beliefs of a Norwegian-American Luthern in North Dakota, often amusing but above all reflecting his uniquely personal brand of Norsk humility. Softcover, contains illustrations, 119pp. A very nice copy. Rare. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Book. Book Condition: Near Fine. Binding: Soft cover
Stock number: 00015034. ISBN: 096191520X
$US 35.00 |
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Black, C. E.
Dynamics of Modernization, The : A Study in Comparative History
Imprint: New York, Harper & Row Publishers, 1967
Edition: First Paperback Edition.
Binding: Softback
A study of the process of modernization throughout the Third World, developing countries struggling with their unique problems in a post-colonial period, the roles of the former colonial powers and the First World in general, economic and aid issues and their effects, much more. Wraps, indexed, 206pp., covers show light general wear, a few pages show underlinings. A good reading and working copy. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Book. Book Condition: Very Good-. Binding: Wraps
Stock number: 00008877.
$US 12.00 |
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Black, Hilary
Secret Currency Love : The Unabashed Truth About Women, Money, and Relationships
Imprint: New York, William Morrow : HarperCollins, 2009
Edition: First Edition (stated).
Binding:
Hardback
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With Dust Jacket
FIRST PRINTING of the First Edition (stated). A collection of essays by women on money-related issues that impact their relationships, love, romance, sexuality, and marriage choices, drawn from a variety of perspectives but with money as the centrality of choices, behavior, and paths taken. Hardcover with dust jacket, 300pp., remainders mark to underside. A very nice copy, the jacket neatly encased in an acid-free archival protector. Rare in this original printing. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Book. Book Condition: Near Fine. Binding: Hardcover. Jacket: Near Fine
Stock number: 00015976. ISBN: 9780061560965
$US 20.00 |
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Blackburn, Daniel J.
Human Harvest : The Sacramento Murder Story
Imprint: New York, Knightsbridge Publishing Company, 1990
Edition: First Edition (stated).
Binding:
Hardback
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With Dust Jacket
FIRST PRINTING of the First Edition (stated). The fascinating, true crime story of the multiple murders in Sacramento, California, the bodies of nine persons uncovered in 1988 by police, involving elderly, retarded, homeless, and other needy persons - a 'nice little old lady' charged with the murders, she being a relatively new type of criminal - a 'vulture' of the social welfare system. Hardcover with dust jacket, contains illustrations, appendices, 306pp., book shows moisture effects to back endpapers, d.j. shows light edgewear moisture staining to jacket reverse. A good reading and working copy. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Book. Book Condition: Very Good-. Binding: Hardcover. Jacket: Very Good-
Stock number: 00013093. ISBN: 1877961108
$US 12.00 |
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Blackiston, Elliott
How to Write Short Stories : A Valuable Guide for Everyone Interested in Writing Short Stories for Profit
Imprint: Cleveland, World Publishing Company, 1942
Edition: First Printing (thus).
Binding:
Hardback
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With Dust Jacket
A provision of concise, practical instructions in the craft of short story writing, with much discussion on the mechanics involved - technique, plot, characterization, mood, etc. Useful for experienced as well as budding new writers. Hardcover with dust jacket, 177pp., binding firm and pagination clean, book shows a dark mark inside front board and on title and copyright pages, apparently from a marker obscuring something, d.j. shows edgewear and several clear tape repairs. Extremely rare. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Book. Book Condition: Very Good+. Binding: Hardcover. Jacket: Very Good-
Stock number: 00004217.
$US 28.00 |
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Blacklock, Les
Ain't Nature Grand
Imprint: Bloomington, Voyageur Press, 1980
Edition: First Edition.
Binding:
Hardback
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With Dust Jacket
FIRST PRINTING of the First Edition. A beautifully illustrated survey of the natural scenic wonders of the many beautiful parks and wildlife habitats in North America, offering many unique views of the landscapes, plants, and animals, the illustrations accompanied by an expert text discussing the ecosystems, biological factors, the harmony of nature in these environments, much more. Hardcover with dust jacket, illustrations, 114pp. A very nice copy, the jacket neatly encased in an acid-free archival plastic protector. Rare. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Book. Book Condition: Fine. Binding: Hardcover. Jacket: Fine
Stock number: 00012093. ISBN: 0896580091
$US 20.00 |
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Blackstone, Harry
Blackstone's Modern Card Tricks : New, Revised Edition
Imprint: Garden City, Garden City Books, 1958
Edition: First Edition (stated) (thus).
Binding:
Hardback
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With Dust Jacket
FIRST PRINTING of the First Edition (stated) (thus). An intriguing collection of card tricks and card-wizardry, conjuring, sleight of hand, and other amusing feats, including how-tos for the baffling Four Ace Change, the Ten Card Circle, and many others. New, revised edition, improved from the much earlier 1929 and 1932 incarnations. Hardcover with dust jacket, 164pp., d.j. shows light edgewear/shelfwear and spotting. Jacket is nicely encased in an acid-free Brodart plastic protector. A nice copy overall. Extremely rare in any edition. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Book. Book Condition: Very Good+. Binding: Hardcover. Jacket: Very Good+
Stock number: 00004116.
$US 50.00 |
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Blackstone, Margaret ; Homayun, Tahira
Recovering from a C Section : A Comprehensive Guide to Cesarean Deliveries from Procedure to Post-Partum to Diet and Exercise
Imprint: Stamford, Longmeadow Press, 1991
Edition: First Edition (stated).
Binding: Softback
FIRST PRINTING of the First Paperback Edition (stated). The complete guide to C-section cesarean deliveries, discussing the procedure itself and when and why it is used, what the mother should know beforehand, the diet afterwards, exercise, the 'long term', much more. Softcover, contains notes, bibliography, 101pp., several pages have corner folds, one vertical crease to front cover. Rare. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Book. Book Condition: Very Good-. Binding: Soft cover
Stock number: 00012528. ISBN: 0681411546
$US 15.00 |
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Blackwood Jr., Andrew W.
Holy Spirit in Your Life, The
Imprint: Grand Rapids, Baker Book House, 1957
Edition: First Edition.
Binding:
Hardback
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With Dust Jacket
A discussion of the Holy Spirit and its presence in everyone's life, how to recognize and celebrate it, its meaning and importance, much more. Hardcover with dust jacket, 169pp. A very nice copy, the jacket neatly encased in an acid-free Brodart plastic protector. Rare. Size: 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" tall. Book. Book Condition: Fine. Binding: Hardcover. Jacket: Near Fine
Stock number: 00009638.
$US 20.00 |
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Blackwood Andrew W.
Leading in Public Prayer
Imprint: New York, Abingdon Press, 1958
Edition: First Edition.
Binding:
Hardback
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With Dust Jacket
FIRST PRINTING of the First Edition. A practical guide to the creation and good delivery of effective public prayer, presenting and analysing a variety of types of prayers used in public worship and their place in the services used - as well as providing suggestions for the individual ministers in their preparations for leading their congregations in prayer. Hardcover with dust jacket, reading list, indexed, 207pp., d.j. shows with a two-inch closed edgetear and a small chip to lower spine. Jacket is neatly encased in an acid-free archival protector. Very rare. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Book. Book Condition: Very Good+. Binding: Hardcover. Jacket: Very Good-
Stock number: 00015794.
$US 25.00 |
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Bland, Jim
For What It's Worth
Imprint: Pittsburgh, Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc., 1997
Edition: First Edition.
Binding:
Hardback
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With Dust Jacket
Inscription: Signed and Inscribed By Author
First Printing of the First Edition (stated). SIGNED AND INSCRIBED BY AUTHOR. The poet-writer presents his poetry, demonstrating his life and varied experiences 'from boozer and fighter to poet and writer'. Hardcover with dust jacket, 228pp. A beautiful, pristine copy, the jacket nicely encased in an acid-free Brodart plastic protector. Very rare. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Book. Book Condition: Fine. Binding: Hardcover. Jacket: Fine
Stock number: 00004839.
$US 125.00 |
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Blandford, Percy W.
101 Kitchen Projects for the Woodworker
Imprint: Blue Ridge Summit, TAB Books Inc., 1987
Edition: First Edition (stated).
Binding:
Hardback
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With Dust Jacket
FIRST PRINTING (stated) of the First Edition (stated). A fine collection of woodworking projects for kitchen repairs and improvements, with detailed diagrams and easy to read instructions, required materials lists, general descriptions, and dispays of each finished project. Large-format hardcover with dust jacket, drawings, indexed, 263pp. A very nice copy, the jacket neatly encased in an acid-free archival plastic protector. Rare. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Book. Book Condition: Fine. Binding: Hardcover. Jacket: Fine
Stock number: 00010153. ISBN: 0830678840
$US 20.00 |
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Blanding, Don
Drifter's Gold
Imprint: New York, Dodd, Mead & Company, 1946
Edition: Ninth Printing
Binding:
Hardback
Another fine selection of the author's verse, mostly rooted in his life and experiences in Hawaii. Hardcover, 142pp., the usual ex-lib markings but book appears to be mostly unused. A very nice copy. Size: 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" tall. Illustr.: Don Blanding. Ex-Library. Book Condition: Very Good+. Binding: Hardcover. Jacket: No Jacket
Stock number: 00008674.
$US 14.00 |
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Blau, Sheldon Paul, M.D. ; Schultz, Dodi
Lupus : The Body Against Itself - Updated and Revised Edition
Imprint: New York, Doubleday, 1984
Edition: Revised and Updated Edition.
Binding:
Hardback
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With Dust Jacket
FIRST PRINTING of this Revised and Updated Edition. The newer edition of Blau's classic work on systemic lupus erythematosus, discussing its symptoms and prevalence, treatments to fight it, much more, expressed in understandable terms for the lay public and patients. Hardcover with dust jacket, indexed, 135pp., d.j. shows light edgewear. Rare in this revised edition, the jacket neatly encased in an acid-free archival plastic protector. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Book. Book Condition: Very Good+. Binding: Hardcover. Jacket: Very Good
Stock number: 00013258. ISBN: 0385188005
$US 20.00 |
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Blew, Mary Clearman
All But the Waltz : Essays on a Montana Family
Imprint: New York, Viking : Penguin Group, 1991
Edition: First Edition.
Binding:
Hardback
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With Dust Jacket
FIRST PRINTING of the First Edition. A biography of the author's family and its growth and development over generations within the natural and human landscapes of the land and state of Montana - reflecting upon the evolution of life on the Northern Plains, farming and ranching, and how society itself has changed and molded itself over the past century or so to events and challenges. Hardcover with dust jacket, illustrated, maps, 223pp. A very nice copy, the jacket neatly encased in an acid-free archival protector. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Book. Book Condition: Fine. Binding: Hardcover. Jacket: Fine
Stock number: 00015803. ISBN: 0670831085
$US 25.00 |
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Blish, James
Anywhen
Imprint: Garden City, Doubleday, 1970
Edition: SFBC
Binding:
Hardback
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With Dust Jacket
Seven terrific Blish sci-fi shorts, including 'A Style in Treason', 'The Writing of the Rat', 'And Some Were Savages', 'None So Blind', 'No Jokes on Mars', more. Hardcover with dust jacket, 168pp. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Book. Book Condition: Near Fine. Binding: Hardcover. Jacket: Near Fine
Stock number: 00002305.
$US 12.00 |
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Blish, James
Cities In Flight
Imprint: New York, Baen Publishing Enterprises, 1991
Edition: First Paperback Edition.
Binding: Softback
Sci-fi novel: Space cities of the future - peopled with humans dependent on ultra high-technology but still nostalgic for the past. Softcover, 393pp., book shows moderate general wear. A good reading copy. Size: 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" tall. Book. Book Condition: Good-. Binding: Soft cover
Stock number: 00011418. ISBN: 0671720708
$US 7.00 |
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Blish, James
Midsummer Century
Imprint: Garden City, Doubleday, 1972
Edition: SFBC
Binding:
Hardback
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With Dust Jacket
Sci-fi novel of the year 25,000 A.D. and a tropical earth inhabited by tribesmen and 'The Birds'. Hardcover with dust jacket, 110pp. A very nice copy. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Book. Book Condition: Fine. Binding: Hardcover. Jacket: Fine
Stock number: 00001781.
$US 12.00 |
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Blish, James ; Knight, Norman L.
Torrent of Faces, A
Imprint: Garden City, Doubleday, 1967
Edition: SFBC
Binding:
Hardback
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With Dust Jacket
Sci-fi novel of an automated, overcrowded society of one thousand billion people, facing an approaching meteor that threatens all. Hardcover with dust jacket, 270pp. A very nice copy. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Book. Book Condition: Fine. Binding: Hardcover. Jacket: Fine
Stock number: 00001921.
$US 12.00 |
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Blitzer, Wolf
Territory of Lies : The Exclusive Story of Jonathan J. Pollard - The American Who Spied on His Country for Israel and How He Was Betrayed
Imprint: New York, Harper & Row Publishers, 1989
Edition: First Paperback Edition.
Binding:
Hardback
FIRST PRINTING of the First Paperback Edition. The full story of Jonathan Pollard, a Jewish-American who betrayed his country for Israel, his ideals and how and why he did it, the Israel reactions of indignant denial followed by admission that he was one of their spies, the powerful lobbying efforts on his behalf to try to get him set free in spite of his blatant and proven treason, the reactions of US politicians to the pressures, much more, as well as the continuing attempts to get Pollard released and admitted to Israel. Wraps, contains glossy illustrations, indexed, 342pp. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Book. Book Condition: Very Good. Binding: Hardcover
Stock number: 00008966. ISBN: 0060159723
$US 12.00 |
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Blitzer, Wolf
Territory of Lies : The Exclusive Story of Jonathan J. Pollard - The American Who Spied on His Country for Israel and How He Was Betrayed
Imprint: New York, Harper & Row Publishers, 1989
Edition: First Edition (stated).
Binding:
Hardback
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With Dust Jacket
FIRST PRINTING of the First Edition (stated). The full story of the Jewish-American who betrayed his country for Israel, how and why he did it, the Israel reactions of indignant denial followed by admission that he was one of their spies, the powerful lobbying efforts on his behalf to try to get him set free in spite of his blatant and proven treason, the reactions of US politicians to the pressures, much more. Hardcover with dust jacket, contains glossy illustrations, indexed, 336pp. A very nice copy, the jacket neatly encased in an acid-free archival protector. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Book. Book Condition: Near Fine. Binding: Hardcover. Jacket: Very Good+
Stock number: 00015165. ISBN: 0060159723
$US 20.00 |
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Bloch, Michael, Editor
Wallis and Edward, Letters 1931-1937 : The Intimate Correspondence of the Duke and Duchess of Windsor
Imprint: New York, Summit Books, 1986
Edition: First Edition.
Binding:
Hardback
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With Dust Jacket
Inscription: Former Owner Stamp & Signature
FIRST PRINTING of the First Edition. The extraordinary letters exchanged during the 'scandalous' love affair between the man born to be Britain's king and the American commoner he loved, leading to his abdication from the throne and exile in Austria - completely altering European history and the royal succession in England. Hardcover with dust jacket, contains illustrations, appendices, notes, indexed, 367pp., d.j. shows very light edgewear with one one-inch closed tear. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Book. Book Condition: Near Fine. Binding: Hardcover. Jacket: Very Good
Stock number: 00003468. ISBN: 0671612093
$US 15.00 |
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Block, Thomas H.
Orbit
Imprint: New York, Coward, McCann & Geoghegan, 1982
Edition: First Edition.
Binding:
Hardback
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With Dust Jacket
FIRST PRINTING of the First Edition. Suspenseful sci-fi novel of a futuristic super-airliner's flight gone horribly wrong, it and its hundred passengers winding up in orbit, weightless, oxygen almost gone, and the search for the saboteur who controls their fate. Hardcover with dust jacket, 297pp. A very nice copy, the jacket neatly encased in an acid-free Brodart plastic protector. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Book. Book Condition: Fine. Binding: Hardcover. Jacket: Fine
Stock number: 00007353. ISBN: 0698111532
$US 20.00 |
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Block, Thomas H.
Orbit
Imprint: New York, Coward, McCann & Geoghegan, 1982
Edition: First Edition.
Binding:
Hardback
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With Dust Jacket
FIRST PRINTING of the First Edition. Suspenseful sci-fi novel of a futuristic super-airliner's flight gone horribly wrong, it and its hundred passengers winding up in orbit, weightless, oxygen almost gone, and the search for the saboteur who controls their fate. Hardcover with dust jacket, 297pp., d.j. shows one crease to inside front panel. A nice copy, the jacket neatly encased in an acid-free Brodart plastic protector. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Book. Book Condition: Fine. Binding: Hardcover. Jacket: Near Fine
Stock number: 00014850. ISBN: 0698111532
$US 20.00 |
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Block, Lawrence
Tanner on Ice
Imprint: New York, Dutton : Penguin, 1998
Edition: First Edition (stated).
Binding:
Hardback
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With Dust Jacket
FIRST PRINTING (stated) of the First Edition. Another great Evan Tanner novel - the sleuth a little older and worse for wear but trying to catch up - and is given a wild assignment in Burma that maybe he can or can't handle - all the while dealing with local beauties, corpses that turn up, and harassment from local cops. all in a world where things are not at all what they seem. Hardcover with dust jacket, 248pp., A very nice copy, the jacket neatly encased in an acid-free archival protector. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Book. Book Condition: Near Fine. Binding: Hardcover. Jacket: Near Fine
Stock number: 00015642. ISBN: 0525944214
$US 20.00 |
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Blood, Thomas
Madam Secretary : A Biography of Madeleine Albright
Imprint: New York, St. Martin's Press, 1997
Edition: First Edition (stated).
Binding:
Hardback
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With Dust Jacket
FIRST PRINTING of the First Edition (stated). Biogaphy of the first woman made America's Secretary of State, discussing her life, her political views, her leadership style, the international events she was involved with and influenced with her decisions, her contemporaries, much more. Hardcover with dust jacket, illustrations, sources, indexed, 276pp. A nice copy, the jacket neatly encased in an acid-free archival plastic protector. Rare. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Book. Book Condition: Near Fine. Binding: Hardcover. Jacket: Near Fine
Stock number: 00011921. ISBN: 0312171803
$US 20.00 |
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Bloodworth, Dennis
Chinese Looking Glass, The : The Most Illuminating Book Yet Written on China and her Enigmatic People
Imprint: New York, Farrar Straus and Giroux, 1967
Edition: First Printing (stated).
Binding:
Hardback
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With Dust Jacket
A reliable and fascinating guide to the history and development of the Chinese people and nation, as well as life during the early decades of communist rule under Mao; contains a chronological list of Chinese historical personages, bibliography, index. This edition's first appearance seems to be BOMC or their 'selection' but states 'first printing' on copyright page. Hardcover with dust jacket, 432pp., book shows an odd light spotting effect to upper pagination, d.j. shows light edgewear. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Book. Book Condition: Very Good+. Binding: Hardcover. Jacket: Very Good
Stock number: 016925.
$US 11.00 |
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Bloom, Harold
Omens of Millennium : The Gnosis of Angels, Dreams, and Resurrection
Imprint: New York, Riverhead Books, 1996
Edition: First Edition.
Binding:
Hardback
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With Dust Jacket
FIRST PRINTING of the First Edition. A thoughtful analysis of the mainsprings of many 'New Age' belief systems and interest areas today, especially regarding angels, prophetic dreams, and resurrection - the author citing Hebraic, Christian, and Sufi traditions as points of origin for many profound and influential thinkers and writers considering these matters. Hardcover with dust jacket, 255pp. A very nice copy. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Book. Book Condition: Fine. Binding: Hardcover. Jacket: Near Fine
Stock number: 00011893. ISBN: 1573220450
$US 15.00 |
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Bloom, Murray Teigh
Trouble with Lawyers, The
Imprint: New York, Simon and Schuster, 1968
Edition: Fourth Printing.
Binding:
Hardback
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With Dust Jacket
A critical survy of the behavior and impact of lawyers and their use and misuse of the law in victimizing especially middle class Americans, with much information on how the individual can counter or abridge their predation. Hardcover with dust jacket, contains sources, 351pp., d.j. shows light edgegewear with one one-inch closed cornertear. Rare. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Book. Book Condition: Fine. Binding: Hardcover. Jacket: Very Good-
Stock number: 00001563.
$US 14.00 |
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BloomBecker, Buck
Spectacular Computer Crimes : What They Are and How They Cost American Business Half a Billion Dollars a Year!
Imprint: Homewood, Dow Jones-Irwin, 1990
Edition: First Edition.
Binding:
Hardback
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With Dust Jacket
FIRST PRINTING of the First Edition. An insider's look at the vulnerabilities of computer and communications technologies and the people who exploit them, countermeasures taken against these kinds of crime, how to attain reliable computer security, and all related issues, with many actual case histories explored and what can be learned from them. Hardcover with dust jacket, contains reading list, indexed, 242pp. A very nice copy. Rare. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Book. Book Condition: Fine. Binding: Hardcover. Jacket: Fine
Stock number: 00006462. ISBN: 155623256X
$US 15.00 |
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Bloomberg, Gerri & Holden, Margaret
Women's Job Search Handbook, The
Imprint: Charlotte, Williamson Publishing, 1991
Edition: First Edition.
Binding:
Hardback
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With Dust Jacket
A resource for women seeking out new challenges in the workplace, presented as a sensitive and practical confidence builder, with particular attention given to the various means and methods which the author views as intending to limit women's choices or remove them from the workplace altogether; contains bibliography, Hardcover with dust jacket, 259pp., d.j. shows one one-inch closed tear. A very nice copy. Rare. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Book. Book Condition: Fine. Binding: Hardcover. Jacket: Near Fine
Stock number: 00003326.
$US 18.00 |
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Bloomfield, Harold H. ; McWilliams, Peter
How to Heal Depression : New Edition
Imprint: Los Angeles, Prelude Press, 1996
Edition: Second Printing.
Binding: Softback
Inscription: Former Owner Signature
A new edition of this classic work on depression and how to combat it, this containing much useful information on Hypericum - a safe and inexpensive herb available without a prescription, medically proven to be a great counterweight to depression and allied maladies. Wraps, 251pp. A nice copy. Rare in this edition. Size: 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" tall. Book. Book Condition: Near Fine. Binding: Wraps
Stock number: 00009159. ISBN: 0931580617
$US 15.00 |
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Bloomfield, Harold ; Vettese, Sirah; Kory, Robert
Lifemates : The Love Fitness Program for a Lasting Relationship
Imprint: New York, New American Library, 1989
Edition: First Edition (stated).
Binding:
Hardback
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FIRST PRINTING (stated) of the First Edition. A presentation of insights and pesonal strategies to make a single or married person's life better, more romantic, more fulfilling, and to strengthen relationships, with many individual success stories presented along with lessons learned from each. Hardcover with dust jacket, references, indexed, 238pp. A very nice copy, the jacket neatly encased in an acid-free archival plastic protector. Rare. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Book. Book Condition: Near Fine. Binding: Hardcover. Jacket: Fine
Stock number: 00010142. ISBN: 0453006450
$US 21.00 |
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Bloomfield, Harold ; Vettese, Sirah; Kory, Robert
Lifemates : The Love Fitness Program for a Lasting Relationship
Imprint: New York, Plume Books : New American Library, 1990
Edition: Second Printing.
Binding: Softback
A presentation of insights and pesonal strategies to make a single or married person's life better, more romantic, more fulfilling, and to strengthen relationships, with many individual success stories presented along with lessons learned from each. Softcover, references, indexed, 238pp. A nice copy. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Book. Book Condition: Near Fine. Binding: Soft cover
Stock number: 00012361. ISBN: 0452263735
$US 12.00 |
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Blount Jr., Roy
Now, Where Were We?
Imprint: New York, Villard Books, 1988
Edition: First Edition (stated).
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FIRST PRINTING of the First Edition (stated). A nice collection of the author's essays, poems, thoughts, songs, and observations, spanning a wide range of people, events, trends, society, and culture, presented with much humor but also with some unique insights. Hardcover with price-clipped dust jacket, 252pp. A very nice copy. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Book. Book Condition: Fine. Binding: Hardcover. Jacket: Fine
Stock number: 00011827. ISBN: 0394574192
$US 15.00 |
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Bluestein, Barry ; Kevin Morrissey
Guilt-Free Frying : All of Your Favorite 'Fried' Foods with No Muss, No Fuss and Almost No Fat!
Imprint: New York, HPBooks / Berkley Publishing Group, 1999
Edition: First Edition (stated).
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Hardback
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FIRST PRINTING of the First Edition (stated). A refreshing guide to the preparation of foods which will retrain the flavor and taste of fried specialties without the fat and other harmfuls, replete with many recipes, tips, techniques, and advice. Hardcover with dust jacket, indexed, 273pp. A beautiful copy, the jacket neatly encased in an acid-free Brodart plastic protector. Very rare. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Book. Book Condition: Fine. Binding: Hardcover. Jacket: Fine
Stock number: 00006508. ISBN: 1557883181
$US 35.00 |
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Blum, Howard
I Pledge Allegiance . : The True Story of the Walkers - An American Spy Family
Imprint: New York, Simon and Schuster, 1987
Edition: First Edition.
Binding:
Hardback
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FIRST PRINTING of the First Edition. The true story of a family of US Navy men going to work for the Soviets, passing incredible amouns of encrypted documentation and codes in exchange for large sums of money which they used for lavish pleasure-filled lifestyles - ultimately being brought down by the jealous wife of the senior spymaster-traitor. Hardcover with dust jacket, contains illustrations, sources, 438pp., remainders mark to underside, d.j. shows light edgewear and a small closed tear to spine. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Book. Book Condition: Near Fine. Binding: Hardcover. Jacket: Very Good-
Stock number: 00013230. ISBN: 0671626140
$US 14.00 |
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Blumenfeld, Laura
Revenge : A Story of Hope
Imprint: New York, Simon & Schuster, 2002
Edition: First Edition.
Binding:
Hardback
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FIRST PRINTING of the First Edition. The memoirs of a woman whose father was killed by terrorists from a PLO faction, her efforts to learn about them and to track them down, a journey that led her to examine her own motives for revenge, her childhood dreams, her parents and their marriage, much more. Hardcover with dust jacket, illustrations, indexed, 382pp. A very nice copy. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Book. Book Condition: New. Binding: Hardcover. Jacket: Near Fine
Stock number: 00013073. ISBN: 0684853167
$US 15.00 |
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Blumenthal, Howard J.
Careers in Television : You Can Do It!
Imprint: Boston, Little, Brown and Company, 1992
Edition: First Edition (stated).
Binding:
Hardback
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FIRST PRINTING of the First Edition (stated). A survey of the various job opportunities in the television industry, how and where to get the appropriate training to apply for them, much more, as well as showcasing the lives and careers of various individuals in the industry, their daily lives, etc. Large-format hardcover with dust jacket, illustrations, resources list, 162pp., remainders mark. A very nice copy, the jacket neatly encased in an acid-free archival plastic protector. Rare. Size: 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. Book. Book Condition: Fine. Binding: Hardcover. Jacket: Fine
Stock number: 00012633. ISBN: 0316100765
$US 20.00 |
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Blumenthal, W. Michael
Invisible Wall, The : Germans and Jews - A Personal Exploration
Imprint: Washington, D.C., Counterpoint Press, 1998
Edition: First Edition (stated).
Binding:
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FIRST PRINTING (stated) of the First Edition. A prominent American Jew presents his exploration into his own family background in order to uncover the origins and growth of anti-Jewish feelings and attitudes in Europe over the past several centuries, the evolution of Jewish perspectives on non-Jews, all leading to the ultimate event of the Holocaust. Hardcover with dust jacket, contains notes, bibliography, indexed, 444pp., remainders mark. A very nice copy, the jacket neatly encased in an acid-free Brodart plastic protector. Rare. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Book. Book Condition: Fine. Binding: Hardcover. Jacket: Fine
Stock number: 00007198. ISBN: 1887178732
$US 20.00 |
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Blumstein, Philip; Schwartz, Pepper, Ph.Ds.
American Couples : Money Work Sex
Imprint: New York, William Morrow and Company, Inc., 1983
Edition: First Edition (stated).
Binding:
Hardback
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FIRST PRINTING of the First Edition (stated). A survey of the lives of modern American couples, with a strong focus on their sexuality and intimate habits, their working lives, how they spend their money, and all related, drawn from countless interviews and surveys and carefully compiled into statistical analyses. Hardcover with dust jacket, contains figures, notes, appendix, survey, indexed, 656pp., d.j. shows light shelfwear. A nice copy. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Book. Book Condition: Very Good. Binding: Hardcover. Jacket: Very Good+
Stock number: 00013881. ISBN: 0688037720
$US 15.00 |
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Bly, Robert
Iron John : A Book About Men
Imprint: Reading, Addison-Wesley Publishing Company Inc., 1990
Edition: Second Printing.
Binding:
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Now a gender issues classic, a thoughful discouse on the intrinsic nature of manhood and masculinity, distilling ideas and principles from ancient mythology, folklore, and classic literature, the author giving much attention to the transition from boyhood to manhood and the now near-vanished rites and rituals of initiation and 'belonging'; contains notes. Hardcover with price-clipped dust jacket, 268pp., book shows light spotting to boards, d.j. shows light edgewear. A nice copy, the jacket neatly encased in an acid-free Brodart plastic protector. Rare in this early printing. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Book. Book Condition: Near Fine. Binding: Hardcover. Jacket: Near Fine
Stock number: 00004444. ISBN: 0201517205
$US 20.00 |
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Bly, Robert
Iron John : A Book About Men
Imprint: Reading, Addison-Wesley Publishing Company Inc., 1990
Edition: Fourth Printing.
Binding:
Hardback
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Now a gender issues classic, a thoughful discouse on the intrinsic nature of manhood and masculinity, distilling ideas and principles from ancient mythology, folklore, and classic literature, the author giving much attention to the transition from boyhood to manhood and the now near-vanished rites and rituals of initiation and 'belonging'; contains notes. Hardcover with price-clipped dust jacket, 268pp., d.j. shows very light edgewear with one tiny closed edgetear. Rare in this early printing. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Book. Book Condition: Fine. Binding: Hardcover. Jacket: Near Fine
Stock number: 00005357. ISBN: 0201517205
$US 15.00 |
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Bly, Robert
Iron John : A Book About Men
Imprint: Reading, Addison-Wesley Publishing Company Inc., 1990
Edition: Later Printing
Binding:
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Now a gender issues classic, a thoughful discouse on the intrinsic nature of manhood and masculinity, distilling ideas and principles from ancient mythology, folklore, and classic literature, the author giving much attention to the transition from boyhood to manhood and the now near-vanished rites and rituals of initiation and 'belonging'; contains notes. Hardcover with dust jacket, 268pp. Rare in this early printing. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Book. Book Condition: Fine. Binding: Hardcover. Jacket: Near Fine
Stock number: 00009616. ISBN: 0201517205
$US 14.00 |
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Bly, Robert
Sibling Society, The
Imprint: Reading, Addison-Wesley Publishing Company, 1996
Edition: First Edition (stated).
Binding:
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FIRST PRINTING (stated) of the First Edition. A critical analysis of American society, cutting away all the usual and trendy 'tired psychobabble' to reveal a nation of adult children who tolerate no one above them and caring nothing for those below, squabbling endlessly, living off each other as peers, with no past and no future. Author shows how we got to this point and suggests ways and means to restore adulthood and more responsible, healthier attitudes. Hardcover with dust jacket, notes, bibliography, indexed, 319pp. A nice copy. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Book. Book Condition: Near Fine. Binding: Hardcover. Jacket: Near Fine
Stock number: 00008315. ISBN: 0201406462
$US 15.00 |
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