Search Results: Titles starting with N from Books Tell You Why, Inc.

New York: Henry Holt and Company. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1998. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. First edition/first printing in Fine condition in alike dust-jacket; It wasn't a surprise when detective Tom Newquist suddenly died, he worked too hard, drank too much, and exercised too little. Still Newquist's widow, Selma, was wondering what had so bothered Tom in the last six weeks of his life and asks Kinsey Millhone to set up shop in Nota Lake; 8vo; [xii], 289, [3] pages; FSA .

New York: Henry Holt and Company. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1998. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0805036504 . An attractive first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition in alike dust-jacket; It wasn't a surprise when detective Tom Newquist suddenly died, he worked too hard, drank too much, and exercised too little. Still Newquist's widow, Selma, was wondering what had so bothered Tom in the last six weeks of his life and asks Kinsey Millhone to set up shop in Nota Lake; 8vo; [xii], 289, [3] pages; FSA .

New York: Grove Press. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1994. 1st US Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0802115454 . A handsome first US edition/first printing in unread Fine condition in Fine dust-jacket. Translated from the Japanese by Ann Sherif; Natsuo Kiryuu is an outcast high school student in Japan's rural Hokkaido prefecture. One day, he stumbles across a mysterious book in the school library. The book is called "N.P." and it is filled with strange drawings and writing. Natsuo can't help but be drawn to the book, and he starts to piece together the story of the book's author, Nanao. Nanao is a sickly young girl who lives with her parents and brother in a small rural town. She is a very lonely person, and she spends her days drawing and writing stories about a mysterious creature called N.P. Nanao's stories inspire Natsuo to start making friends and to try and find his place in the world. Natsuo's life takes a dramatic turn when he finds out that he has a… Read More

New York: Henry Holt and Company. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1998. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0805036504 . First edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with lightly soiled bottom edge in alike dust-jacket with light edgewear; It wasn't a surprise when detective Tom Newquist suddenly died, he worked too hard, drank too much, and exercised too little. Still Newquist's widow, Selma, was wondering what had so bothered Tom in the last six weeks of his life and asks Kinsey Millhone to set up shop in Nota Lake. Obtain the complete Alphabet Series, signed 1st/1st in Fine condition with completion guarantee at a 20% reduced price compared to individual titles; 8vo; FSA .

New York: Henry Holt and Company. Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1998. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0805036504 . A first printing of the first edition in about Fine condition with little wear to the boards in a Near Fine dust-jacket that has a little scuffing; In 1941, in a small town in Massachusetts, the unthinkable happens: a black man is hanged from a tree. For years, the townspeople keep the secret, but the mystery deepens when the man's daughter, Nell, comes to town searching for her father. Nell is a powerful woman with a sharp tongue and a fierce intelligence, and she's not afraid to speak her mind. When she learns the secret of her father's death, she decides to use her intelligence to solve the mystery. With the help of the townspeople, Nell uncovers a history of racism and hate that led to the man's death. Sue Grafton's acclaimed novel, is a gripping exploration of family, identity, and history.; 8vo; 289 pages .

Norwalk, CT: Easton Press. As New. 2006. First Edition; First Printing. Full-Leather. 0743286693 . A special Limited first edition preceding the trade edition, SIGNED by the author, Carl Reiner. A wonderful scarce book in As New condition, never taken out of its original shrink-wrap; Carl Reiner's story of Nat Noland plunging into mid-life crisis as he is writing his Biblical novel about Cain and Abel. The novelist is experiencing writer's block with his novel, properly titled NNNNN since each of his prior novels has been called N, and this is the fifth. Nat's wife suggests he visit the famous psychiatrist Dr. Frucht because of the multiple personalities she overhears talking to themselves from the office of her husband. 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,… Read More

New York: Viking Press. Near Fine in Very Good dust jacket. 1977. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0670503673 . A Nearly Fine first printing of the first edition that has bumping to the corners and a previous owner's name inked on the front flyleaf in a scuffed Very Good dust-jacket; This book tells the story of Vladimir Nabokov's life in part, from his childhood in Russia to his time spent in America, England, and Switzerland. It covers his novels, including Lolita, Pale Fire, and Ada, as well as his memoirs, Speak, Memory.; 8vo; 285 pages .

New York: McGraw-Hill. Very Good+ in Very Good+ dust jacket. 1973. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0070206805 . First edition/first printing in solid Very Good+ condition in alike dustjacket with a little rubbing along edges; Vladimir Nabokov has been called "the greatest living prose writer in the English language." Andrew Field has compiled a virtually complete bibliography of Nabokov's works, including the earliest poems, the novels in Russian and English, chess problems, essays, Lepidoptera, interviews, and letters to the editors, as well as translations into all languages ; 8vo; xxvi, 249, [1] pages .

New York: Putnam's. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1974. First Edition; First Printing. Cloth. A Fine first printing of the first edition in Near Fine dust-jacket; Nadine is a captivating novel about a young woman who is forced to confront the demons of her past in order to build a future. Nadine is a bright, curious girl who is looking for a way to make her life meaningful. When her mother dies, Nadine is left alone to care for her father. Nadine's father is a difficult man who is often drunk and abusive. Nadine is desperate to escape her life, but her father won't let her go. Nadine is forced to confront her demons in order to build a future. She learns to stand up for herself and to find hope in the face of difficult circumstances. Nadine is a compelling character who is sure of herself and her convictions. She is determined to find a way to make her life meaningful and to escape the life she is living. Nadine is a compelling and captivating novel about a young woman who is… Read More

New York: Coward McCann & Geoghegan. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1980. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. A Fine first printing of the first edition in alike dust-jacket; In the 1940s, a young Mario J. Sagola is growing up in a small Italian town. His father is the local bishop. Sagola is fascinated by the priesthood and dreams of becoming a bishop one day.In 1964, Sagola is appointed the bishop of his home town. He is a young and inexperienced bishop, and the people of his town are skeptical of his abilities. Sagola is determined to make his mark on the church and prove himself to his peers and the people of his town.Sagola's faith is tested during his time as bishop. He is faced with difficult decisions, and he must learn to rely on God in order to navigate his way through life. Sagola is also forced to confront the prejudices and hatred that exist in his town.Despite the obstacles he faces, Sagola is able to make a positive impact on his community. He is beloved by his… Read More

New York: Coward, McCann & Geoghegan. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1980. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 069811017x . A Fine first Printing of the First Edition in a barely scuffed alike dust-jacket; This is a novel about a naked bishop who is a scandal to the church. He is a rebel who has more in common with the people than the church.; 8vo; 282 pages .

New York: G. P. Putnam's Sons. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1996. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0399141928 . A handsome first edition/first printing in unread Fine condition in Fine dust-jacket. Signed by all 13 authors: Carl Hiaasen, Elmore Leonard, Dave Barry, James W. Hall, Edna Buchanan, Les Standiford, Paul Levine, Brian Antoni, Tananarive Due, John Dufresne, Vicki Hendricks, Carolina Hospital and Evelyn Mayerson; Naked Came the Manatee is a children's book about a Manatee who is very embarrassed and wants to hide from the people in his community. He accidentally walks into the ocean and becomes very wet and naked. The Manatee starts to feel very embarrassed and hides in the ocean until he finally feels comfortable and safe.; 8vo; Signed by All Authors .

London: Orion. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 2000. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0752832557 . A handsome first edition/first printing in unread Fine condition in Fine dust-jacket. Signed by author Laurence Shames directly on the title page; The Naked Detective is an exciting crime novel that follows the impossible case of a murder that has been baffling the police for years. The novel is written in an engaging and witty style, and it tells the story of an unlikely detective, Harry Bosch, as he tries to solve the case. Bosch is a flawed but likeable character, and the novel is packed full of action and suspense.; 8vo; Signed by Author .

Secaucus, NJ: Carol Publishing Group. Very Good+ in Very Good+ dust jacket. 1997. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 1559724021 . A bright first edition/first printing in Very Good+ condition in alike dust jacket with light edgewear; Naked Instinct: The Unauthorized Biography of Sharon Stone is a biography of the Hollywood actress written by Frank Sanello. The book provides an in-depth look at Stone's life and career, from her early years in Hollywood to her most recent work. The book also includes interviews with Stone and other key figures in her life, as well as exclusive photographs and documents.; B & W and Color Photographs; 8vo; 215 pages .

New York: Ballentine Books. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1997. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 034538685x . A bright first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition in alike dust-jacket with minor edgewear; Naked Justice is a novel about a prosecutor and a defense attorney who must work together to convict a killer.; 8vo; 406 pages; FSA .

New York: Warner Books. Near Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1989. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0446514829 . A Fine first edition/first printing with some light foxing to the page edges in a Fine dust-jacket, signed "Best wishes" by the author Elizabeth Peters directly on the title page; Naked Once More is the story of a woman's return to her body and her search for self-understanding. After a debilitating accident leaves her unable to clothe herself, she is forced to reevaluate her life and her place in the world. Elizabeth Peters takes us on a riveting journey as the heroine recovers her sense of self and discovers the power of vulnerability.; 8vo; [viii], 296 pages; Signed by Author .

New York: Harmony Books. Very Good+ in Fine dust jacket. 1999. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0609604473 . A Very Good+ first printing of the first edition, binding joints a bit warped in Fine dust-jacket, signed, dated and inscribed by author Mark Poirier directly on the title page; Naked Pueblo is a novel set in the present day that tells the story of a young man's search for his roots in a remote and sacred Native American pueblo.As the novel opens, the protagonist, Cole, is an out-of-towner who has recently moved to the small town of Pueblo and rented an apartment in the old abandoned pueblo. He's intrigued by the legend of the pueblo's former inhabitants and their mysterious connection to the sky. Cole soon discovers that the pueblo is home to a small community of Native Americans who are struggling to keep their culture and traditions alive.As Cole begins to learn more about the pueblo and the people who live there, he also discovers that he has a powerful… Read More

New York: HarperCollinsPublishers. Fine+ in Fine+ dust jacket. 1996. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0060172762 . A handsome first edition/first printing in unread Very Fine condition in Very Fine dust-jacket; Naked Sleeper is a suspenseful novel about a serial killer who targets young, beautiful women. The novel follows the detectives who are tasked with catching the killer, and the psychological and emotional toll that the case takes on them.; 8vo .

New York: Donald I. Fine, Inc.. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1990. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 1556111754 . A first edition/first printing in about Fine condition with minute staining to page edges with dust-jacket in Fine condition; "Steve Winslow, the hero of J. P. Hailey's acclaimed trial-novel series, is back with his most stimulating case yet." ; A Steve Winslow Courtroom Drama; 8vo .

New York: St. Martin's Press. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1987. First American Edition. Hardcover. Naked Villainy is a dark and thrilling novel that tells the story of Lila, a young woman who is wrongly accused of a crime she didn't commit. As she fights for her freedom, Lila must use all her cunning and strength to survive the machinations of the corrupt legal system and the calculating, ruthless villains who will do anything to get their hands on her.; 8vo; $6.00 .