History from Aberdeen Books & Music

Near fine to fine in large trade paper wrappers, 3rd printing stated, signed by author on title page, 503pp. with appendix. Front cover photo upon request. Expect an adjustment in shipping costs due to weight/size of this book. Rare in any condition, any edition. A unique collectors item wrapper in a 500+ page book.

138pp. plus epilogue, conclusion & appendices; near fine to fine oversize trade paper wrappers. Profusely illustrated. An overlooked history of one of Winnipeg's most landmark streets. Inscribed, it appears to a fellow academic on half-title page.

253pp., near fine to fine trade paper wrappers. An exceptional area history by an acclaimed historian. Signed by Ewanchuk on half-title, 'Sincerely, Michael Ewanchuk'. Illustrated by photos & charts. Bonus inserts - One (1) brochure promoting book at time of publication (1988), one (1) sheet promoting author's Hawaii book, original receipt issued to owner for purchase of Ewanchuk's book.

205pp., Near fine to Fine trade paper wraps. Biography of Einar Nordstrom, profusely illustrated by vintage photographs, signed by author on half-title page, also signed by original gift dedication at top of half-title. "Signed Copy sticker" from McNally-Robinson Bookseller stilll affixed to top front card cover. Unique Einar Nordstrom book-mark inserted into this edition. Scarce in any condition, anywhere in world.

152pp., scarce trade paper wraps edition from 1969, wonderful black & white photographs throughout. A must for the antique auto enthusiast. Near fine to fine condition - amazing condition for a paperback of half-century vintage.

224pp., splendid, well-researched history of the subterranean world of professional wrestling in Western Canada for nearly 100 years. Inscribed to recipient "Bob" who is obviously long-time regional wrestling promoter & WWE mouth-piece Bob Holliday. Pic will show Holliday (who passed away in 2022) with the book you will own. Great black + white photos plus a plethora of match results,… Read more about this item

120pp., in near fine to fine trade paper wrappers. A beautiful copy of a now-scarce and out-of-print publication. With Heart and Soul: Calgary''s Italian Community goes beyond the normal treatment of causes and consequences of immigration and focuses on the ways in which ''Old World'' cultural traits were transformed and altered as immigrants encountered an urban, industrial (and, at times, hostile)… Read more about this item

167pp., fine or better trade paperback wrappers. Includes Free Sampler CD in original plastic-protector slot. A truly history individual in his chosen vocation - fiddle music. Profusely illustrated & chock full of historical music information. Scarce in any condition, especially with the Free Sampler CD.

128pp., near fine to fine trade paper wrappers. Extensively illustrated by color photographs and extensive information concerning junior hockey in Canada and the World Junior Hockey championship held in Grand Forks, North Dakota. Superb & clean. Scarce in any condition.

160pp., near fine to fine or better trade paper wrappers. A glowing tribute to one of the all-time hockey greats. Profusely illustrated with photographs, includes Mario's very last game. Exceptionally scarce in this format.

278pp., fine or better trade paper wrappers. Exceptionally pristine & unwritten condition.

Near fine- or better books in VG+ to NF- dustwrappers. 1974, 3rd printing, first impression of original 1961 work.

241pp., Near Fine- to Near Fine red boards in VG to VG+ dustwrapper. Dust jacket has visible signs of wear at edges, a couple small tears but very presentable. Overall, a very nice, presentable copy at a fair price to add to your collection.

327pp., near fine to fine or better trade paper wrappers. Extensively researched, illustrated by photographs. Ink-Signed on half-title with dating of 2/17/9 with inscription to a doctor or reader (possibly both). Very clean & crisp copy.

606pp., near fine- book in hard green boards. Maps, endpapers, illustrations, bibliography, index. Cover design - Muriel Clements, photographs arranged by John Edwards. Minor rubbing, slight damage at bottom right spine else fine. Extensive bibliography & index.

135pp., near fine to fine trade paper card wrappers. Illustrated by numerous photos. A unique family history.. No subsequent editions found to date.

240pp. in near fine to fine boards with near fine to fine dustwrapper. Near undetectable chips & minute rubbing to points of dustwrapper. Illustrated by photos and maps.

Cover reads - 'Phil Loranger's Cowboy on Ice: The Howie Young Story'. 169pp., VG+ to NF- in minutely chipped dust jacket. Small but noticeable chip above author's name at top left dustwrapper, some price-sticker/residue still on portion of front dust-jacket but otherwise clean, fresh & odor-free.

43pp., near fine- stapled salmon-colored wrappers. A small publication, scarce in any condition but solid history and details on Winnipeg's connecting rivers. On front card cover in felt pen "MUST RETURN TO CAPTAIN"

76pp. near fine stapled trade wrappers. Rare surviving copy printed in a Hong Kong prisoner-of-war camp. Poetry of a captive author. Scarce in any condition. Ask about supplemental insurance on your acquisition.