Carlsbad Caverns Jim Whites Own Story A 32 page booklet of the discovery and history of Carlsbad Caverns in Jim White's own story, the cave's original discoverer and explorer. Front and back covers are a linen material and the first page is autographed by the author. Inside are gorgeous color photos of the caverns as well as the fascinating story of the discovery in 1901 and the events leading up to the caverns becoming a national park. There are 14 black and white photographs of the never-before-seen cave taken by Ray V. Davis, a photographer in Carlsbad at the time who photographed the cave at Jim White's request. The photographs are numbered and has the initials R.V.D at the bottom as well the name of the area photographed. Save on shipping when you purchase additional items.

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Harnett Kane Miracle in the Mountains Harnett T. Kane's Miracle in the Mountains, the inspiring story of Martha Berry's crusade for the mountain people of the South. A wealthy woman, Martha refused to ignore thousands of forgotten people and decided to do something. She formed the Berry Schools, one of the most unique educational institutions in America with the largest 30,000 acre campus in the world. Inez Henry, private secretary and companion to Martha, later to become assistant to the president of Berry Schools, co-authors the book. First edition, published 1956 by Doubleday. Jacket is worn but book is in good condition. Black and white photographs on inside cover. Inscription on blank page inside.
Publisher: Doubleday  

Robert James Waller Old Songs In A New Cafe Old Songs In A New Café, selected essays by Robert James Waller, author of the Bridges of Madison County. The stories let you inside the mind and world of the author and his feelings about the people, animals and places he cares about. Published 1994, first edition. New.

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Durant History of Civilization Louis XIV The History of Civilization Vol. 8, The Age of Louis XIV by Will and Ariel Durant. The 8th of a 9 volume set covering the history of civilization. This volume covers civilization in Eurpoe from 1648 to 1715 the period of Pascal, Moliere, Cromwell, Milton, Peter the Great, Newton and Spinoza. It is lavishly indexed and includes photographs. Published 1963 by Simon and Schuster. Good condition.

Publisher: Simon & Schuster  

Meeting With Japan by Fosco Maraini Meeting With Japan by Fosco Maraini, a personal introduction to its people and their culture. Includes 154 photos, drawings, maps and diagrams. Published 1959, excellent condition except dust jacket poor.

Publisher: Unknown  

100 Great Operas And Their Stories 100 Great Operas and their stories an act-by-act synopses by Henry W. Simon. A Dolphin reference book, paperback edition published 1957. Near new condition.

 

Thomas Costain Chord of Steel Chord of Steel by Thomas B. Costain, a 1960 first edition hardback by Doubleday. A detailed account of how Alexander Graham Bell made the telephone, bringing new information to light. Good condition except jacket is worn.

Publisher: Doubleday  

Those Endearing Young Charms Marc Best Those Endearing Young Charms by Marc Best is a collection of short biographies of 50 of the most memorable child screen performers. Over 300 black and white photographs and a studio portrait of each child. Published 1971 by Barnes and Company London. It is 279 pages and in good condition. Jacket is worn.
Publisher: Barnes & Company London  

Hollywood Garson Kanin Hollywood by Garson Kanin explores the inside of the movie industry and reveals glimpses of stars such as Greta Garbo, Carole Lombard and Marily Monroe. Copyright 1967. A book club edition and in good condition.
Publisher: Unknown  

Ann Landers Since You Ask Me Since You Ask Me by the late Ann Landers, published 1961. A collection of the most memorable questions sent in by readers. Edge wear, strong binding, no dust jacket. A lovely light-hearted read. Save on shipping charges when you purchase additional items.

Publisher: Unknown  

Samuel Butler Way of All Flesh The Way of All Flesh by Samuel Butler, published 1936 by Heritage Press Limited Editions, hardcover. Illustrated by Robert Ward Johnson. An account of Butlers childhood. Excellent condition and comes in a cardboard slipcover.

Publisher: Heritage Press  

Durant History of Civilization Age of Faith The History of Civilization Vol. 4, The Age of Faith by Will Durant. The fourth of a 9 volume set covering the history of civilization. This volume covers Medieval civilization, Christian, Islamic and Judaic from Constantine to Dante, AD 325 to 1300. It is lavishly indexed and includes photographs of the cultures. Published 1950 by Simon and Schuster. Good condition.

Publisher: Simon & Schuster  

Durant History of Civilizatin Voltaire The History of Civilization Vol. 9, The Age of Voltaire by Will and Ariel Durant. The last of a 9 volume set covering the history of civilization. This volume covers civilization in Western Eurpoe from 1715 to 1756 with special emphasis on the conflict between religion and philosophy. It is lavishly indexed and includes photographs. Published 1965 by Simon and Schuster. Good condition.

Publisher: Simon & Schuster  

Fun With Game Birds by Fred Everett Fun With Game Birds by Fred Everett, The Outdoorsman of radio and television shows in Philadelphia. Bird hunting in words, paintings, and drawings also by the author. Copyright 1961, very good condition.

Publisher: Unknown  

Final Move Beyond Iraq by Mike Evans The Final Move Beyond Iraq written by New York Times best-selling author Mike Evans. In this book Mike Evans gives a wake-up call demonstrating that America is on the brink of a crisis and why a nuclear 9/11 is a real possibility. Copyright 2007. New softcover edition.

Publisher: Front Line  

Goff Kansas The First Hundred Years Roy Bell Goff Kansas, The First Hundred Years by Roy R. Bell, published 1990. This paperback is 173 pages with numerous black and white photos of the town as well as various advertisements. Good condition. Save on shipping when you purchase more than one item.

 

1001 Hints and Tips For Your Garden 1001 Hints & Tips For Your Garden. A Reader's Digest book published 1996. An indispensable guide to easier and more effective gardening. Over 400 pages complete with color illustrations and photos and includes decks and patios, birdfeeding, equipment and more. Hardback edition in new condition. Suggested MSRP $30.00. Save on shipping when you purchase more than one item.

 

Autobiography of Balzac by Stefan Zweig First Edition published in 1946 by Viking Press, hardcover. An autobiography of Balzac by Stefan Zweig. Good condition, edge wear. Save on shipping charges when you purchase additional items.

Publisher: Viking Press  

Churchill Diaries of Lord Moran Churchill taken from the Diaries of Lord Moran, the struggle for survival 1945-1965. Photos included. Published 1966, first American edition, hardback. Good condition. Save on shipping when you purchase additional items.

Publisher: Unknown  

Block Island Lore and Legends Block Island by Ethel Colt Ritchie. The lore and legends of the small Rhode Island insular township. Written in 1955 and published by Frances M. Nugent of Block Island. Numerous photographs of the island and its people. A narrative interlaced with bits of history, fokelore and legends. Good condition. Save on shipping when you purchase additional items.
Publisher: Frances M. Nugent  

Durant History of Civilization The Renaissance The History of Civilization Vol. 5, The Renaissance by Will Durant. The fifth of a 9 volume set covering the history of civilization. This volume covers civilization in Italy from 1304 to 1576 AD. It is lavishly indexed and includes photographs. Published 1953 by Simon and Schuster. Good condition.

Publisher: Simon & Schuster  

Charles Finney Autobiography Written himself, Charles G. Finney gives is a 477 page autobiography of his life as a veteran pastor with a passion for winning souls. Cover is worn at the edges, pages are yellow. Light pencil notes but otherwise in good condition. Save on shipping when you purchase additional items.

Publisher: Unknown  

Benvenuto Cellini Autobiography The Life of Benvenuto Cellini, a goldsmith and a sculptor, this is a vivid and revealing autobiography written by himself, illustrated by Fritz Kredel. Published by Heritage Press Limited Editions Club, date unknown. Excellent condition and comes in a cardboard slipcase.

Publisher: Heritage Press Limited Editions  

Durant The History of Civilization The Reformation The History of Civilization Vol. 6, The Reformation by Will Durant. The sixth of a 9 volume set covering the history of civilization. This volume covers civilization in Eurpoe from Wyclif to Calvin from 1300 to 1564 AD. It is lavishly indexed and includes photographs. Published 1957 by Simon and Schuster. Good condition.

Publisher: Simon & Schuster  

Victor Hugo by Matthew Josephson Victor Hugo by Matthew Josephson, 1942 first edition by Doubleday, Doran & Co. A realistic biography of the great romantic. Includes drawings of people in the book. Fair condition, water damage on lower edge.

Publisher: Doubleday  

Durant History of Civilization Age of Reason The History of Civilization Vol. 7, The Age of Reason by Will and Ariel Durant. The seventh of a 9 volume set covering the history of civilization. This volume covers civilization in Eurpoe from 1558 to 1648, the period of Shakespeare, Bacon, Montaigne, Rembrandt, Galileo and Descartes. It is lavishly indexed and includes photographs. Published 1961 by Simon and Schuster. Good condition.

Publisher: Simon & Schuster  

Vietnam Experience Setting the Stage Book Setting The Stage educates the reader on the history of Vietnam and why the United States became involved. It is 189 pages with color and black and white photos of Vietnam, the people and political leaders. Published by the Boston Publishing Company, this book is a must for anyone wanting to learn about Vietnam and it's history. Very good condition.
Publisher: Boston Publishing Company  

Vietnam Experience America Takes Over Book America Takes Over covers the Vietnam war from 1965 to 1967. It is 192 pages with color and black and white photos of camps, battle scenes, bombings, aircraft, weapons and more. Published by the Boston Publishing Company, this book is a must for anyone wanting to learn about the Vietnam war. Very good condition.
Publisher: Boston Publishing Company  

Wind Machine National Science Foundation 1975 The National Science Foundation with the cooperation of the Energy Research and Development Administration published this report in October 1975 to examine the history and future potential of wind machines to meet future energy demands. It is 75 pages and packed with diagrams and illustrations. Good condition.
Publisher: National Science Foundation  

White House First Ladies Ideals Book An Ideals book published 1995, stories about the first ladies of the white house from Martha Washington to Hilary Clinton. Photos and paintings of each of the first ladies. Like new condition.

Publisher: Ideals