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Chicago: The Lakeside Press. Very Good+. 1947. Hardcover. An edition in very good plus condition that is still tightly bound and very clean; The Western Country in the 17th Century is the Memoirs of Lamothe Cadillac and Pierre Liette. The two men were born in France and emigrated to the New World in search of better fortune. They ended up in the Province of New France, which was then a part of the French Empire. The men experienced a wide variety of events during their time in the Western Country, including the French and Indian War, the English Revolution, and the founding of Quebec City. The memoirs are written in a lively and descriptive style, and they provide a unique perspective on 17th-century French-Canadian life.; 18mo; ix-xxx, 181 pages .

New York: Random House. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1975. 1/4 Cloth. 0394496744 . A Fine edition in a like dust-jacket ; In this collection of 23 stories, mystery fans will enjoy tales of murder, mayhem, and intrigue from the pages of Ellery Queen's Mystery Magazine. From the classic whodunit to the contemporary suspense story, readers will enjoy getting inside the heads of some of their favorite characters from the magazine.; 8vo; 338 pages .

New York: The Dial Press. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1982. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. A Fine first Edition/First Printing in an alike dust-jacket; This book contains a compilation of the first appearances of well-known fictional characters, including Sherlock Holmes, Dracula, and Tarzan. The book is written in an easy-to-read style and is perfect for fans of detective fiction.; 8vo; 272 pages; Price? ? ? .

New York And Cleveland: The World Publishing Co.. Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1970. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. A first Printing of the First Edition in Fine condition in a Near Fine price-clipped dust-jacket; This book is a compilation of 13 mystery stories written by Ellery Queen. Each story is complete with a solution and is a quick read.; 8vo; 347 pages .

New York: The Dial Press. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1982. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. A first Printing of the First Edition that has some wear to the edges, else Fine in a like dust-jacket; This book collects first appearances of famous people, both real and fictional. It includes historical figures, fictional characters, and pop-culture icons.; 8vo; 272 pages; Price? ? ? .

Boston: Little, Brown and Company. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1947. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. A Nearly Fine first Printing of the First Edition with a slightly loose spine hinge and mild edgewear in a mildly edgeworn alike dust-jacket; This book is a compilation of the winners of the Second Annual Detective Short-Story Contest sponsored by Ellery Queen's Mystery Magazine. The contest was open to all mystery writers and awarded $250 to the winner.; 8vo; 403 pages .

Philadelphia: University of Pennsylvania Press. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1997. Second Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0812233875 . A second edition/first printing in Fine condition in alike dust-jacket; The conquest of Constantinople featuring an essay on primary sources by Alfred J. Andrea; 8vo; 357 pages .

New York: William Morrow and Company, Inc.. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1980. 1st US Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0688036376 . A handsome first American edition/first printing in Fine condition in alike dust-jacket with a hint of edgewear; A personal and literary tribute to the author of Lolita, Ada, and Pale Fire.... For almost a quarter of the twentieth century Vladimir Nabokov has been recognized as extraordinarily original novelist; 8vo; [viii], 139, [1] pages .

New York: Newsweek. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1971. Cloth. An edition in Fine condition housed in a like dust-jacket ; is a book about the history and evolution of the most famous amphitheater in the world. It is a comprehensive, in-depth look at the building, its builders and its many famous occupants. The Colosseum is a must-read for anyone interested in Roman history or architecture.The Colosseum is a book about the history and evolution of the most famous amphitheater in the world. It is a comprehensive, in-depth look at the building, its builders and its many famous occupants. The Colosseum is a must-read for anyone interested in Roman history or architecture.; 4to; 172 pages .

New York: William Morrow & Co. Inc.. Near Fine in Very Good- dust jacket. [1973]. First Edition; First Printing. Cloth. 0688001920 . A bright first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with age-toned pages and bookplate to front flyleaf in Very Good- dust-jacket with edgewear and large chip to bottom front; is the definitive guide to the lives and works of William Shakespeare. This book includes an introduction to each of Shakespeare's plays, a biography of the playwright, descriptions of the characters and their roles in the plays, and bibliographic information.Who's Who in Shakespeare is an essential reference for anyone interested in William Shakespeare. This book includes an introduction to each of Shakespeare's plays, a biography of the playwright, descriptions of the characters and their roles in the plays, and bibliographic information.; Ex-Libris; B & W and Color Photographs/Illustrations; 8vo; 287 pages .

Vero Beach, FL: Rourke Corporation, Inc.. Fine. 1992. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0865931798 . A handsome first edition/first printing in Fine condition. Signed by author Ronald B. Querry directly on the title page; This book is about the struggle of Native Americans for equality. It covers topics such as the history of discrimination against Native Americans, the effects of discrimination on Native Americans, and the efforts made by Native Americans to gain equality.; 8vo; Signed by Author .

New York: Bantam Books. Fine+ in Fine+ dust jacket. 1998. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. A handsome first edition/first printing in Very Fine condition in Very Fine dust-jacket. Signed by author Ronald B. Querry directly on the title page; The book Bad Medicine is about a young man, Querry, who is working in a small town in the south. He is trying to find a cure for a disease that is affecting the townspeople, but he can't find any answers. He meets a woman who tells him about a legend of a man who can cure the disease. Querry follows the woman's instructions and finds the man. He is able to cure the townspeople and they are able to start rebuilding their lives.; 8vo; Signed by Author .

Santa Fe, NM: Red Crane Books. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1993. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 1878610252 . A handsome first edition/first printing in unread Fine condition in Fine dust-jacket. Signed and dated 9/2/93, by author Ron Querry directly on the title page; Bernadette Lefthand is an old woman who has spent her life telling stories of the dead. When she dies, her stories become true. The townsfolk of her small town believe her and begin to die, one by one. The only person who knows the truth is Querry, Bernadette's grandson. He must find a way to stop the deaths before the whole town dies.; 8vo; Signed by Author .

New York: Doubleday & Company, Inc.. Near Fine in Very Good+ dust jacket. 1978. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0385141726 . A bright first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with lightly bumped corners and lightly soiled page edges in Very Good+ dust-jacket with light edgewear, chipping, and soiling; Author's first book; 8vo; FSA .

New York: Birch Lane Press. Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1990. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 1559720328 . First edition/first printing in about Fine condition in Near Fine, dust-jacket exhibiting little edge wear; Joan Quigley's memoir of her years as personal astrologer to Nancy Reagan; 8vo; FSA .

London: Printed for Bernard Lintot. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1729. Third Edition. Hardcover. A Third Edition that is corrected with additions in Very Good condition with the slightest of rubbing to the edges and corners and some age toning throughout the volume itself. A very nice copy of a charming book; This poem by Claudius Quilletus revolves around the raising of children, choosing a wife and other concerns of marriage and family life. It is divided into four books: "The First treats of the Nature and Variety of Beauty, and of the Choice of a Wife. The Second, of Marriage and Enjoyment, with Laws and Rules relating to both, from Nature and Astrology. The Third, of Conception, and Imagination. The Fourth and Last, of the Beauty of the Mind, of Education and Virtue, and of the Variety of Climes, Customs, and Manners." ; 12mo; [xviii], 96 [97-102] pages .

Ligouri, Missouri: Triumph Books. Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1994. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0892436557 . A Fine first Printing in an edgeworn dust-jacket that has an embossed library stamping on the front cover, otherwise Near Fine; The New Age Movement (NAM) has been growing in popularity since the early 1990s. It has been labeled a "cult" by some, but it has also been embraced by some as a way to connect with the divine. The New Age Movement has been criticized for its use of Eastern concepts and techniques without properly explaining or interpreting them, and for its reliance on pseudoscience and mythology. The Bible, however, has been embraced by many New Agers as a source of wisdom and guidance. This book examines the New Age Movement and the Bible from a comparative perspective, looking at how the two can be used together to help people connect with their divine nature.; 8vo; 189 pages .

New York: Random House. Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 2002. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0375502238 . A Fine first printing of the first edition in a Near Fine dust-jacket that has some creasing around the trim; Anna Quindlen's newest book of essays, Blessings, is a collection of personal reflections on the highs and lows of life. From the joys of new love and the pain of bereavement, to the trials of aging and the triumphs of recovery, Quindlen captures the full range of human experience in these poignant, often humorous essays.; 8vo; 226 pages; MR .

New York: Random House. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1991. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0394569652 . A Fine first printing of the first edition in Fine condition in a like dust-jacket, signed by the author Anna Quindlen; In Object Lessons, Anna Quindlen tells the stories of ordinary people who have been through extraordinary experiences. From the pregnant woman who survived a car accident to the soldier who lost both his legs in Afghanistan, Quindlen brings these characters to life and shares their lessons about life. This heartfelt book is a master class in storytelling, and its universality makes it an excellent resource for personal reflection.; 8vo; [i-vii, 1-3] 4-262 pages; Signed by Author .

New York: Simon and Schuster. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1986. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0671249738 . A sharp first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with remainder mark to bottom edge in alike dust-jacket with minor edgewear; Regrets Only is a gripping and emotional read that will have you hooked from the beginning. Sally Quinn tells the story of her life and all the mistakes she's made, both big and small. She shares her experiences, both good and bad, in a candid and heartfelt way that will leave you feeling inspired and encouraged. This is a book that will help you reflect on your own life and the choices you've made, and will give you the tools you need to make better ones in the future.; Remainder; 8vo; 556 pages; FSA .