Search Results: Authors starting with G from Books Tell You Why, Inc.

Boulder: Johnson Books. Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1992. Hardcover. 1555660908 . A Fine edition with a previous owner's name inked on the front flyleaf along with a number in a Nearly Fine dust-jacket with a few minor edge tears; Reflections on life with the Navajos in Chaco Canyon. Edited and compiled by Kathryn Gabrial. Introductory essay by Elizabeth Jameson; 8vo; 241 pages; FSA .

New York And London: Harcourt Brace Jovanovich. Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. c1974. Cloth Spine. 0156543001 . An edition with some page edge and cloth spine soiling, otherwise in Fine condition in a Near Fine dust-jacket with minimal soiling and edgewear ; In this beautiful book, Gadd captures the personalities and loves of the Bloomsbury Group. From artists and intellectuals to politicians and socialites, he captures their playful antics, deep connections, and unique creative endeavors. This is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of the Bloomsbury Group.; 8vo ; 210 pages .

New York: Holt, Rinehart and Winston. Near Fine in Very Good+ dust jacket. 1983. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 003069406x . A barely worn first Edition/First Printing that is otherwise Nearly Fine and bears a previous owner's gift inscription on the front flyleaf housed in a Very Good+ dust-jacket; Kennedy is a biography of John F. Kennedy, the 35th president of the United States. The book covers Kennedy's early life, education, political career, and assassination.; 8vo; 176 pages .

New York: Pantheon Books. Very Good+ in Very Good+ dust jacket. 1995. 1st US Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0679439854 . First American edition/first printing in Very Good+ condition with bumped lower corners in alike dust-jacket with small closed tears to front flap, rear along spine, and bottom spine; iBased on Regi Gadney's personal experiences, Just When We Are Safest is a compelling story of survival and courage. In the aftermath of a devastating earthquake in Christchurch, New Zealand, Regi and her family are among the lucky ones to survive. As they rebuild their lives, Regi and her husband must deal with the constant fear of another earthquake. Then, one day, they learn that a magnitude 8.3 earthquake is headed their way. With no warning, Regi and her husband must quickly pack their bags and evacuate their home. Regi's faith is tested as they navigate the chaotic streets of Christchurch during the evacuation. But, through it all, Regi and her family are determined to… Read More

New York: Picador USA. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1997. 1st US Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0312155719 . A handsome first US edition/first printing in Fine condition in Fine dust-jacket. Signed by author Peter Gadol directly on the title page; The Long Rain tells the story of a family in the wake of a devastating drought. The family must find ways to survive and find hope in the face of insurmountable odds.; 8vo; Signed by Author .

The New American Library. Good. c1929. First Edition; First Printing. A first edition, first printing in good condition. There is some shelf-wear to cover; more so to the back-cover. Fading of dye-stained edges. Binding solid. Slight cock. Pages age-toned. Light marks, but in considerable number, in blue ink and pencil; underlining, as well as 'brackets' of sections, mostly the latter. ; Copyright 1929. This is the first-printing of the Signet Key Book edition .

Cambridge, London, ET AL: Cambridge University Press. Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1982. Hardcover. 0521246121 . An unblemished edition in Fine condition in a scuffed Nearly Fine dust-jacket ; This book is a history of the Land of Israel from the time of the prophets to the modern day. It tells the story of the people and the land through historical events, extensive genealogies, and colorful anecdotes.; 4to; 580 pages .

New York: Simon and Schuster. Very Good+ in Very Good+ dust jacket. 1990. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Leather. 0671703048 . First edition/first printing in Very Good+ condition with bookseller notation on the front free end paper in alike dust-jacket with minor edgewear; The story follows the life of a girl, Pandora, as she is tasked with opening a box that may bring about the end of the world.; 8vo; FSA .

New York, St. Louis, ET AL: McGraw-Hill Book Company. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1971. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. An unblemished first Printing of the First Edition in an equally Fine dust-jacket; The Mafia is not an equal opportunity employer. This is the shocking revelation made by Gage in his new book, The Mafia is Not an Equal Opportunity Employer. Gage argues that not only is the Mafia an institution that discriminates against certain groups, but also that its members themselves often discriminate against one another. This book is an important contribution to the understanding of Mafia organizations and their role in contemporary society.; 8vo; 179 pages .

New York: Holt, Rinehart and Winston. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1975. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0030150965 . A first Edition/First Printing with bumped corners in a shelfworn dust-jacket, each in Fine condition; In The Bourlotas Fortune, Nicholas Gage tells the story of the Bourlotas, a wealthy, Franco-Italian family whose fortune was built on the sugar trade. The Bourlotas are a close-knit family and their fortunes are quickly lost during the global economic crisis. Nicholas Gage tells the story of the Bourlotas as they navigate the turbulence of the financial crisis, their complicated family relationships, and the challenges of running a business.; 8vo; 453 pages .

New York: Edicom, Inc.. Fine. 1986. First Edition; First Printing. Full-Leather. 2905469021 . A fine deluxe edition limited to 330 numbered copies, this being number 162. Full brown morocco, pictorial cover-label, all page edges gilt. Housed in cloth slipcase with leather edges, without the signed lithograph. A most handsome presentation, signed by author Charles Gaidy on the limitation page; Ephemeras represents the best display of entomology, art, and fly tying you could imagine. The unusually large photo plates of individual flies show the colors and detail needed by the tier. Tom Earnhardt, an especially competent American angler and photographer, has assisted Gaidy in making this book a marriage of the most effective American and European fly patterns for trout. - Bernard "Lefty" Kreh; 4to; 333, [3] pages; 169. GAIDY, CHARLES. Ephemeras "Mayflies" Naturals and Artificials. Profusely illustrated, including color plates from photographs. Tall 4to, full brown morocco,… Read More

New York: Other Press. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2007. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 1590512480 . A Fine first printing of the first edition in equally unblemished dust-jacket, signed by author Amity Gaige on title page. Includes note from author to Virginia collector; The Folded World is a young adult science fiction novel set in a future world where the earth has been folded in on itself, trapping people and animals inside a giant, living creature. The novel follows the fortunes of two young people as they attempt to escape the Fold and find themselves in a new, unknown world.; 8vo; 294 pages; Signed by Author .

New York: Simon and Schuster. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1980. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 067125281x . A first Printing of the First Edition that has bumping to the corners, else Fine in a like dust-jacket; Dangler is a mystery novel set in the fictional town of West Egg on Long Island in 1922. The novel follows the lives of the residents of West Egg as they are gradually drawn into a web of intrigue and murder.; 8vo; 288 pages .

New York: Simon and Schuster. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1980. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 067125281x . A first printing of the first edition housed in an alike dust-jacket; Dangler is the story of Augie March, a drifting, aimless young man from the small town of West Egg in Long Island. With nothing to tether him down, Augie March explores the city and the world beyond, discovering new friendships, thrilling adventures, and unfulfilled desires.Charles Gaines' acclaimed novel follows Augie March on a journey that is both hilarious and introspective, taking the reader on a journey through the highs and lows of youthful exploration.; 8vo; 288 pages .

New York: Simon and Schuster. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1980. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 067125281x . A Fine first Edition/First Printing in a like dust-jacket that bears some minor scuffing; Dangler is a gripping, suspenseful mystery thriller that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end. When college student Cate awakens in a hospital bed with no memory of how she got there, she has only one clue: the name of the man she was with the night she was attacked. With the help of her friends, Cate sets out to track down her attacker-and finds herself in the middle of a dangerous game. With the help of a mysterious stranger, Cate begins to piece together the clues to her attacker's identity, but she's not the only one looking for answers. The police are also suspicious of Cate, and they don't believe her story about the attack. As Cate's search leads her deeper into a conspiracy, she begins to realize that the danger she's in could be… Read More

New York: Simon and Schuster. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1980. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 067125281x . A first Printing of the First Edition that has some minor wear to the board trim, else Fine in a like dust-jacket; The novel follows the life of a teenager in the 1950s who is trying to find his place in the world.; 8vo; 288 pages .

Norwalk, CT: Easton Press. As New. 1998. Signed Edition. Full-Leather. A Special Limited edition, SIGNED by author Ernest J. Gaines. A wonderful book in As New condition, never taken out of its original shrink-wrap; From the author of A Gathering of Old Men and The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman, a deep and compassionate novel. Contains all of the classic Easton Press trimmings: premium leather, silk moiré end leaves, distinctive cover design, raised bands, accented in real 22KT gold, satin ribbon page marker, gilded page edges, long-lasting, high quality acid-neutral paper, sewn pages for strength and durability; 8vo; Signed by Author .

New York: Simon & Schuster. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1995. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0671500104 . A lovely first edition/first printing in Fine condition with minor soiling to top edge in alike dust-jacket with a hint of edgewear; The story follows the life of a high school student, Mr. X, who is struggling with the same problems as any other teenager: finding friends, dealing with bullies, and trying to fit in. But Mr. X has a secret: he is a werewolf. The novel follows his journey as he comes to terms with his identity and the challenges that come with being a werewolf in a society that views them as monsters.; 8vo; 272 pages .

New York: Simon & Schuster. Near Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1996. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0684807505 . A smart first edition/first printing in Near fine condition with minor foxing to top edge in Fine dust-jacket; Nick Gaitano's follow-up to his acclaimed debut novel, "The Thirteenth Tale," is a dark and provocative work that examines the power of storytelling and how it can be used to manipulate and control those who listen.; 8vo; 256 pages .

New York: Simon & Schuster. Very Good+ in Very Good+ dust jacket. 1997. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0684808560 . First edition/first printing in Very Good+ condition with lightly soiled board edges in alike dust-jacket with light edgewear and chipping; This book features a collection of stories about people who have done things because they wanted to, not because they had to. From an artist who refuses to let life pass her by to a woman who uses her sexuality to make a name for herself, these stories are fascinating, inspiring, and sometimes heartbreaking.; 8vo; FSA .