Search Results: Titles starting with T from White Pine Books

Andrews Mcmeel Publishing, 1991. Third printing. Hardcover. Near Fine/near fine. Robyn Officer. Andrews Mcmeel Publishing, 1991. Third printing. Near Fine/near fine. Robyn Officer. This is such a lovely little hardcover book whose front cover illustration matches that of its jacket. Very minor signs of wear to the jacket. Robyn Officer's illustrations are as sweet and charming as any you will find. No writing or damage inside the book.

Macon, GA: Mercer University Press, 9-01. First edition, as stated. Hardcover. Very Good/Very good minus. "In 1954 a mortal storm was brewing, for in Phenix City no one was safe. The Constitutional guarantees were suspended and the basic rights of man held hostage." (from the front cover). "'Margaret Anne Barnes has reached into the distant past to create a vivid picture of the most sensational crime story of the 1950s - the assassination of the attorney general-elect of Alabama. With the sure skill lof the accomplished journalist and storyteller that she is, Ms. Barnes captures not merely "the tragedy and the triumph" of Phenix City, but the humor and pathos as well through the endless parade of bizarre characters who so vividly people this book. Although the story is nearly forgotten, the impact of the Phenix City episode on Alabama politics - and by extension on national politics - is lasting and incalculable. This makes Ms. Barnes' book both an engrossing story… Read More

". . . Michael Kosztarab's story of his life - a record of adventures and narrow escapes, of hard work, perseverance, ingenuity, and scientific endeavor that have taken him to every continent except Antarctica, where he has met people from all walks of life and observed the natural world. The book is graced with illustrations and photographs, and with his humor and his thoughtful discussion of political, educational and common-sense matters." (from the back cover)Slight cover curl and a tiny skint place on the front cover; overall nice condition. Signed on title page by author. See photos.