London, WI: Cathay Books, 1976 This book contains the history of locomotive development from the very first steam engine experiments of Stephenson to the advanced passenger trains of today. It is superbly illustrated with contemporary pictures and color photographs. The great steam era, the underground story, and the magnificent royal carriages and station buildings of the last 100 years are given special emphasis. Contains 250 illustrations in color and black and white. 192 pages including an index. The gr... more information

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Durham, NC: Duke University Press, 2006 This book brings together for the first time a selection of trailblazing essays by Ella Shohat, an internationally renowned theorist of postcolonial and cultural studies. Written over the past two decades, these twelve essays - some classic, some less known, some new - trace a powerful intellectual trajectory as Shohat rigorously teases out the consequences of a deep critique of Eurocentric epistemology. This volume not only illuminates many of the concerns that have ... more information

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New York: Mcgraw Hill, 1963 This is a biography of a very intelligent, warm and determined woman. A daughter of a plantation owner in South India, Mary Verghese decided early in life that she wanted to be useful to her newly independent country. She went to medical school and became a surgeon, but shortly after graduation she was in an accident that made her a paraplegic. How she reconstructed her life and learned to perform delicate surgery while seated in a wheel chair and indeed became a fully qualified ... more information

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New York, NY, U.S.A.: Quill, 1995 In his prison cell in Beirut, where he spent almost four years in solitary confinement, Terry Waite wrote his autobiography in his head. A veteran church official - serving as the envoy for the Archbishop of Canterbury for man years - and humanitarian in his own right, Waite had devoted six years of his life to hostage negotiation when he became a hostage himself. This book is his account of how he survived his captivity by finding comfort in his childhood and courage in se... more information

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New York, NY, U.S.A.: Quill, 1995 In his prison cell in Beirut, where he spent almost four years in solitary confinement, Terry Waite wrote his autobiography in his head. A veteran church official - serving as the envoy for the Archbishop of Canterbury for man years - and humanitarian in his own right, Waite had devoted six years of his life to hostage negotiation when he became a hostage himself. This book is his account of how he survived his captivity by finding comfort in his childhood and courage in se... more information

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New York: Derrydale Books, 1992 A small hard cover book of Benjamin Bunny, the original story. Peter's mischevious cousin, Benjamin Bunny, persuades him to go back to Mr. McGregor's garden to retrieve the clothes he lost there. The binding has no wear but is a bit swayed (doesn't lie 100% flat). The pictorial jacket is fine. 54 pages, no marks or tears. Includes a brief biography of Beatrix Potter. The end papers are beautifully illustrated also. 16mo - over 5¾" - 6¾" tal... more information

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New York: Alfred A. Knopf, 1960 Cover is deep green with a turtle on the front. Binding is tight. Illustrated by author using drawings and photographs. 120 pages, including index. No tears or marks noted.... more information

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Ashland, OH: Landoll, 1993 A beautifully-illustrated volume of this classic Potter story. The binding is in lavender and white and there is a finely-drawn illustration on every page. There is very light wear on the top and bottom corners and spine. The pages are bright, with no marks or tears. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.... more information

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New York: Paradise press, Inc., 1987 The familiar story by Beatrix Potter, abridged and illustrated with pop-ups. Three 2-page pop-ups illustrate this story beautifully. No marks or tears, the book has not been opened. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.... more information

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New York, NY: F. Warne & Co., 1932 This story surrounds a beautiful doll house occupied by two dolls named Lucinda and Jane. The house was decorated with lovely things, including food on plates and feather bolsters. One day when Lucinda and Jane went out shopping, two mice, Tom Thumb and his wife Hunca Munca, cautiously left their home in the wall to see the doll house. The front door was open, so they went in and were delighted to find the table set and loaded with food! Discovering it wasn't real ... more information

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Honolulu, Hawaii, U.S.A.: Univ of Hawaii Pr, 1997 South of the clouds, in the land of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, dwell the descendants of a once pastoral people, the Nakhi. Today there are still Nakhi who follow their ancient traditions, and Nakhi folktales reflect their beliefs. In the legends presented here we discover why the Sun - hot-tempered and impetuous, is unpleasant to look at, while the graceful Moon attracts us with her silvery light; why the azalea, for all her beauty, lives the shortest an... more information

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Scranton, Pennsylvania, U.S.A.: Scholastic, Inc., 2008 This book, a Wizarding classic, first came to Muggle readers' attention in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. Included are five short stories. Thanks to Hermione Granger's new translation from the ancient runes, we are able to read this stunning edition with extensive commentary by Albus Dumbledore. Reading them gives new insight into the world of Harry Potter.... more information

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Racine, Wisconsin: Whitman Publishing, 1966 Stories by several authors. Includes The Hand, The Signalman, The Upper Berth, The Judge's House. Cover is properly creepy. This book has been read more than once! The back binding has a 1" vertical tear to the bottom, but it doesn't affect reading. The binding is quite tight, pages are in very good condition. Pages have darkened with age. Larger print (for children) classics #1631. 214 pages. 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" tall.... more information

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Athens, GA: Univ of Georgia Pr, 1991 NEW - STILL IN PUBLISHERS WRAP. Tall Betsy and Dunce Baby captures in print the oral heritage of Mariella Hartsfield's native southwest Georgia, a heritage that is slowly fading away, the casual victim of mechanization and mass media. The tales in this collection range from the supernatural to the romantic, the sacred to the secular, and are populated by ghosts and witches, numskulls and "noodles," thieves, preachers and widows. A celebration of American im... more information

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Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, U.S.A.: Stackpole Books, 2000 The Civil War surgeon faced a unique challenge: to answer to two very different authorities. On one hand, he was bound to uphold the principles of medical tradition, while on the other required to obey the regularions of the army. Not every doctor was able to rise to the challenge of these dual responsibilities and many Civil War surgeons ended up facing official sanctions for their alleged medical and/or procedural failures. Undoubtedly, some of th... more information

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Racine, Wi: Whitman Publishing Company, 1967 A Big Little Book, 39 Cents On The Cover. Authorized Edition, Number 5 On The Spine. The Senseless Slaughter Of Game Puzzles Tarzan. Who Could Be Directing This Ruthless Massacre? The Killers Carry An Evil Talisman - A Scarlet Hyena Paw! All Corners, Edges, And Spine Ends Show Some Wear. The Endpapers Are Blue With Circles That Say "Big Little Book" Inside. The Text Block Is Tight And All Odd Pages Are Illustrated In Color. At The End There Are Several ... more information

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New York: Golden Press, 1976 Book #128. The story is about a lion who is fed by rabbits - carrot stew. So he sends all the other animals away who nibble at carrots or catch fish; one day the rabbits go visiting and he is left to make do himself. He couldn't make the stew, and the monkey he knew tried and tried to make it like the rabbits did. Cover has slight wear on edges and corners, a vertical scratch on the front board. Title page has a vertical crease; There is a 1/2" vertical tear at the top ... more information

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New York: Simon and Schuster, 1946 A story of a taxi and driver that were the fastest, and went around all sorts of hazards with no trouble. The binding has been repaired (see photo). The corners are worn, bottom edge lightly worn. Front hinge is split. One page is torn at the spine within 2" of the top, and so is worn around edges. Six pages have vertical tears from the bottom, most about 1", one a bit longer, one shorter. No writing on pages. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.... more information

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New York: Simon and Schuster, 1946 G" A story of a taxi and driver that were the fastest, and went around all sorts of hazards with no trouble. The boards are somewhat scuffed but the illustration on front is bright. The prior owner colored the page edges on the bottom greenish, and the last page and inside back cover with some blue crayon. Aside from these blemishes all of the pages are fine, no mark or tears. The binding is tight, the cover is a bit wrinkled and the corners are worn. On the back boar... more information

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Philadelphia, PA: Running Pr Book Pub, 2002 NEW - Enter into a world of grace and sophistication - the delightful tradition of afternoon tea. Inside Tea For Two, you'll find a pair of miniature tea balls, a saucer, a honey dipper, and a 32-page book with easy recipes and tips on tea-time etiquette. Whether you're hosting an elegant tea party or simply looking to unwind with a relaxing blend of chamomile, oolong, or Earl Grey, this kit is perfect for every tea enthusiast. Your provide the tea. Very c... more information

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