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New York And London: Funk & Wagnalls Company. Good. 1917. Hardcover. An edition in Good condition with rubbing to the edges of the aged and shelfworn boards and an owner's library stamping on the front pastedown; 8vo; 565 pages; TBC; .

Philadelphia, PA: Jefferies and Mans. Very Good- in Good dust jacket. 1949. Hardcover. An edition in Very Good- condition with a tear at the bottom of the front pastedown by the spine and general aging and edgewear to the boards in a Good dust-jacket that is different shade of tan with brown lettering. It has some scuffing, edgewear and closed tears; A brief history of the Carmelite Order and biography of Mother Therese of Jesus, Foundress of the Carmelite Monastery at Allentown; 8vo; 217 pages; TBC; FSA .

Colonial Park, PA: The Colonial Publication. Near Fine in Very Good- dust jacket. 1942. Hardcover. 0500250618 . Edition in Near Fine condition with some rubbing in a Very Good- dust-jacket with chipping and tearing ; ; 8vo; 178 pages; FSA .

New York: G. P. Putnam's Sons. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1987. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0399132430 . A Fine first edition/first printing in like dust-jacket; Scarlet is a unique and compelling debut novel that tells the story of Henry, a young man who has been diagnosed with a rare and deadly disease. Henry begins to question what is truly important in life as he wrestles with the impending prospect of death. As he struggles to find a way to live while still holding on to what he believes is important, Henry meets Scarlet, a mysterious woman who helps him to see that life is more than just a series of events that happen to us. Scarlet teaches Henry that there is beauty in all things, even death, and that the only thing that truly matters is the moment we are living in.; 8vo .

Boston, Toronto, and London: Little, Brown and Company. Near Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1990. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0316004111 . First edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with lightly foxed top edge in about Fine dust-jacket; Hayduke Lives! is a hilarious and heartwarming story about a lovable dog who returns to his owners after being missing for years. The story is full of exciting adventures and is perfect for fans of old-fashioned, family-fun stories.; 8vo .

Boulder, CO: Colorado Associated University Press. Very Good in Very Good dust jacket. c1976. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0870810669 . A Very Good first edition/first printing with minor rubbing to edges in alike dust-jackets. Crossed out gift inscription on front end paper; A history of the Centennial State; 8vo; 324 pages; FSA .

New York: The Orion Press. Very Good in Good+ dust jacket. c1959. Cloth. Very Good condition with bumped corners, edgewear and a gift inscription on the front free endpaper in a Good+ dust-jacket wit hsome soiling and edgewear; A delightful satire of married life. Translated from the French, written by an anonymous author who expounds on the "pains and torments" in wait for those men who contemplate wedding; 8vo; 221 pages .

Chicago: W. B. Conkey Company. Very Good-. N.D.. Hardcover. An edition in Very Good- condition with heavy soiling and agewear to the boards and page edges. There is some writing in pencil on the front flyleaf as well ; Rollo is a Scottish Fold cat who is adopted by a family in Scotland. He is a playful and friendly cat who loves to play and cuddle with his new family. Rollo's adventures take him on a journey through the Scottish countryside and he experiences all sorts of different animals and plants. Along the way, Rollo learns some important life lessons and becomes a better person for it.; 16mo; 169 pages .

Akron, Ohio: The Superior Printing Company. Very Good-. Hardcover. An edition that is Very Good- and has soiling and other general wear to the boards and pages. There is a portion of the upper spine that is torn away from the binding ; Marie Antoinette is a well-known historical figure who is often overlooked. John S. C. Abbott explores her life in detail and provides a balanced account of what made her such a controversial figure.; 8vo; 263 pages .

Springfield, Mass.: Gurdon Bill. Fair. 1866. Third Printing. Hardcover. A later printing in fair condition that is very fragile to handle. The fabric of the book has begun to dissipate while the pages have almost completely separated from the hinge. The stitching is exposed on the spine ; ; 4to; 629 pages .

Akron, Ohio: The Superior Printing Company. Very Good-. Hardcover. A Very Good- edition with tanned pages and soiling and other wear to the boards ; Julius Caesar is one of the most well-known and well-loved historical figures. This book tells the story of Caesar from his early years as a military general to his rise to power as the dictator of Rome. The book is full of interesting details about Caesar's life, and it is sure to intrigue any reader.; 8vo; 239 pages .

Akron, Ohio: The Superior Printing Company. Very Good-. Hardcover. A soiled, aged and edgeworn edition in Very Good- condition ; Queen Elizabeth's life is a story of both greatness and tragedy. Born in 1533, Elizabeth was the daughter of Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn. Due to Henry VIII's numerous marriages, Elizabeth was raised in a number of different houses, finally settling in the court of her half-brother, King James I of England. After James I's death, Elizabeth asserted her claim to the English throne and was successful in suppressing any challenges to her rule. Elizabeth's reign was marked by both successes and failures. Her efforts to strengthen the English navy and economy were largely successful, but her conflicts with the Catholic Church and her relationship with her heir, Edward VI, were not. Elizabeth died in 1603 at the age of 88 after a long and successful reign.; 8vo; 223 pages .

Boston And New York: The Jefferson Press. Very Good-. c1887. Hardcover. Two volume set in Very Good condition, sunning and rubbing to boards, previous owner's name on front free endpapers ; A two volume set containing a portrait of the French Revolution of 1789 as viewed by republican institutions; Vol. 1/2/2024; 4to ; 587 pages .

Akron, Ohio: The Superior Printing Company. Very Good-. Hardcover. A Very Good- edition that is tanned, aged and soiled ; Henry the Fourth, by Abbott, John S. C., tells the story of Henry, the fourth of the Plantagenet kings of England. Henry is a complex figure, and Abbott does a great job of exploring his motivations and how they shaped his reign. The book is full of interesting details and is a great read.; 8vo; 285 pages .

Akron, Ohio: The Superior Printing Company. Very Good. Hardcover. A volume in Very Good condition with much soiling to the boards and tanning to the pages ; William the Conqueror is one of the most famous British monarchs and is remembered for his conquests and for his role in the Norman conquest of England.; Vol. 7; 8vo; 248 pages .

Akron, Ohio: The Superior Printing Company. Very Good-. Hardcover. A Very Good- edition with tanned pages and soiling and other wear to the boards ; Cleopatra is one of history's most fascinating and enigmatic queens. This book tells the riveting story of her life and times, from her childhood in Egypt to her fateful relationship with Julius Caesar. With vividly written prose, Abbott brings to life the epic saga of a woman who defied expectation, defied history, and ultimately defied death.; 8vo; 272 pages .

Chicago: W. B. Conkey Company. Very Good-. Hardcover. A Very Good- edition that has soiling to the boards and page edges, a starting spine hinge, foxing throughout and a sticker with some marking to the front flyleaf ; Rollo in Naples is the story of a dog who is abandoned by his family in Naples, Italy and must find a new home. He travels through the city, meeting new people and experiencing the culture. Along the way, he learns about himself and how to be a good friend.; 16mo; 167 pages .

Boston And New York: The Jefferson Press. Very Good. c1887. Hardcover. Two volume set in Very Good condition with light fading and rubbing to boards. Previous owner's name on front free endpaper ; The French Revolution of 1789: As Viewed in the Light of Republican Institutions is a book that examines the French Revolution through the lens of republican institutions. The author, Abbott, John S. C., argues that the French Revolution was a successful attempt at creating a republic and that the principles of the Revolution are still applicable today.; Vol. 1; 4to ; 285 pages; 51811: two volume set (other book - 51810) .

Akron, Ohio: The Superior Printing Company. Very Good-. Hardcover. A soiled and edgeworn Very Good- edition with tanned pages ; Alexander the Great is one of history's most influential and celebrated figures. This biography tells the story of Alexander's life, from his early years as the son of Philip II of Macedon to his dramatic conquests of Persia and India.; 8vo; 239 pages .

Chicago: W. B. Conkey Company. Very Good-. Hardcover. A heavily aged and soiled volume with an owner's sticker placed on the front flyleaf and a starting spine hinge in Very Good- condition ; Rollo on the Rhine is a children's adventure book about a mischievous dog named Rollo who travels with his human family on a riverboat on the Rhine. Along the way, Rollo causes all sorts of mischief, but he always gets caught and has to apologize. The Abbott family's humorous and fun adventures along the Rhine are a great way for children to learn about European culture and history.; 16mo; 170 pages .