Two books with Roller Coaster themes.
Great books for a coaster enthusiast.
Books are like new.
-Roller Coaster; Wooden and Steel Coasters, Twisters, and Cordskrews by David Bennett
-White Knuckle Ride; The Illustrated Guide to the Worlds Biggest and Best Thrill Rides by  Mark Wyatt

Both books are coffee table size and richly illustrated.  
Hard cover books with dust jackets
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Huge Hardcover (6 to 8 lbs)

Ohio

Lot Of 2 Roller Coaster Themed Books, HC with Dust Jackets, Excellent Condition

Charles H. Wendel

Great American Farm Tractor by Charles H. Wendel
Wonderfully illustrated coffee table size book
Pictorial history of the American Farm Tractors.

This would be an excellent gift book for anyone who just enjoys farm machinery. 

Excellent condition with dust jacket.  No marks or tears, like new condiition.

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Heavy Hardcover (2 to 4 lbs)

Great American Farm Tractor

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Floating Dragon by Peter Straub
Book club edition in very good condition.
Clean book, no marks
Dust jacket has scuffing but is intact with no rips.

This is a classic horror story that takes place in Hampstead Conn.  
Sure to keep you up at night.

544 pages

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Hardcover (1 to 2 lbs)

Floating Dragon by Peter Straub 1983 HC Book Club Edition, good condition 

Adventures in Geography is authored and illustrated by Gertrude Alice Kay (1884-1939)
Gertrude Alice Kay was a prolific illustrator in the earlier part of the 20th century. Her illustrations appeared on magazine covers and she illustrated books by other authors.
She authored and illustrated at least 10 books.  
This is a nice book for a collector who appreciates her artwork.
The book is in very good condition, the pages are clean and free from any tears or creases.  Whoever once owned this took very good care of it.
The binding and endpapers are sturdy, the cover is clean and free from corner bumps and spine pulls.

The story itself is of a young boy who travels around the world on a steamship with his uncle on a 5 month adventure.  Sure to spark the imagination of a young reader with a desire to experience a trip to learn about other people and cultures.

157 pages

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Adventures In Geography written and illustrated by Gertrude Alice Kay, VTG HC

Les Roberts

The Ashtabula Hat Trick A Milan Jacovich Mystery  by Les Roberts, First Printing

Over all the condition is good, but if you are a collector of first print books be aware there are some minor issues
such as a stain and a couple warped pages, see last photo.

This is an ex library book and has the stamp along the top edge and sticker on the the dust jacket cover.

If you are a fan of Les Roberts then you may want to add this hard cover to your collection of Milan Jacovich Mysteries.

243 pages 

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A Milan Jacovich Mystery

#18 in the Milan Jacovich mystery series. When Milan's beau--and Cleveland homicide detective--Tobe Blaine is tasked to investigate the first-ever murder in nearby Queenstown, Ohio, the two head to rural Ashtabula County--and an unfriendly reception. After another affluent citizen turns up dead, they discover that this small town has big secrets.

The Ashtabula Hat Trick

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The Bonfire Of The Vanities (1987) Tom Wolfe 1st Edition 1st Printing 
Near fine condition, binding is strong, boards are clean and tight.  No corner bumps or spine pulls.
Dust jacket is in great condition without tears, and price is not clipped. (19.95)
The previous owner has name on interior title page corner with an embossing tool.
The book has a slight lean that may be able to be corrected with opposite pressure over time.
Very good book for a collection of first edition, first print books.  
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Oversized Hardcover (4 to 6 lbs)

The Bonfire Of The Vanities (1987) Tom Wolfe 1st Edition 1st Printing HC Book DJ

This is a collection of the Tucket series in one hardcover edition, 5 stories in one volume.
Included are:
-Mr Tucket
-Call Me Francis Tucket 
-Tucket’s Ride 
-Tucket’s Gold
-Tucket’s Home 
This is an ex library book in good condition published in 2003
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354 pages 

Light Hardcover (1 lb or less)

Francis Tucker’s Adventures in the West, 1847-1849

Tucket’s Travels, books 1 - 5 in One Volume 

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John Deere Tractors and Equipment, 1837-1959 Vol 1
Great book for everyone who loves farm equipment and tractors, particularly John Deere.
Clean book without marks, tears, or creased pages
illustrated throughout
Oversize, coffee table size book
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Published in 1988
391 pages 

John Deere Tractors and Equipment, 1837-1959 Vol 1, Don Macmillan, Russell Jones

Those Not So Sweet Boy by Yoko Nogiri
Manga graphic novel 
Books 1 and 2 of the series
pre-owned in good condition
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Light Paperback (1 lb or less)

Those Not So Sweet Boys, Yoko Nogiri Books 1 and 2 

Peter Kuper

Ruins by Peter Kuper, paperback published in 2023.
Beautiful and colorful, this graphic novel tells the story of a New York couple who take a sabbatical to Oaxaca Mexico.  Woven throughout is the story of a Monarch butterfly who is also on its epic journey to Oaxaca.  
Peter Kuper is best known for his work for Spy vs Spy, and Mad Magazine.

Peter Kuper won the Eisner award in 2016 for Ruins

Good clean copy, looks new.
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SKU 645


Heavy Paperback (2 to 4 lbs)

A story of love, adventure, and politics--and two lives changed forever by Mexico and the monarch butterfly Samantha and George are about to launch into a sabbatical year in the quaint Mexican town of Oaxaca. For Samantha, their journey to this historic town is about fulfilling a lifelong dream; for George, it is an unsettling step into the unknown. As the couple embark on their adventure, a monarch butterfly begins its arduous migration south from the United States to Mexico . . . It is a challenging journey--a flight that requires remarkable endurance and a will to survive. Beneath Oaxaca's picturesque and serene veneer--the 16th-century architecture, the nearby ruins--it is a town shaken to the core by political unrest. As the monarch butterfly makes its challenging journey south, political events threaten to change the town forever. What's more, personal events look like they will alter the paths of Samantha and George for good. Ruins masterfully captures the shadows and light of a troubled country steeped in history and culture, weaving together personal, political and natural dramas into a thrilling portrait of life south of the Rio Grande.

Ruins by Peter Kuper, Graphic Novel in color,  Paperback Book Will Eisner Award

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An Anthology of Intriguing Animals
Beautifully illustrated coffee table size book that will be enjoyed by both young and old readers.
Green Cover with gold illustrations and gold gilded page edges gives this book a rich display on the shelf or end table.

Anyone who enjoys wildlife on land and sea will enjoy this book.  It has beautiful artwork and interesting facts about the life and habitat of each creature.

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Reveal the stories behind your favourite creatures with this awe-inspiring animal book for curious kids aged 7-9.

The animal kingdom is so much bigger than young minds can fathom and there is always more to learn. An Anthology of Intriguing Animals is a stunning animal encyclopedia for young readers to explore, with reference pages packed with fascinating information, little learners will be captivated as they discover the facts, stories and myths behind their favourite animals. Whether it's where the slow-motion sloth lives, how the plodding pangolin protects itself from predators, or which animal the Ancient Egyptians thought rolled the Sun across the sky, children can learn all sorts of fun animal facts from the storybook descriptions.

This beautiful modern bestiary lets you find the animals that interest you and uncover new favourites along the way. From tigers and chameleons to wolves and owls there's an animal for everyone in this compendium of creatures. Each type of animal is shown both photographically and illustrated, and children will love poring over the detailed close-up images. The engaging storybook-style descriptions and simple text shed a light on the wonders of wildlife and array of animals, perfect for children aged 7-9 to love and explore for hours on end. 

Celebrate your child's curiosity as they:

- Explore detailed photographs and striking illustrations of animals around the world 
- Reveal fun facts and myths about a wide range of animals 
- Uncover more than 100 animals, each with stunning images and captivating information.

This animal encyclopedia for children is the perfect blend of storybook style text with out of this world illustrations which makes it a fantastic animal book for children who are obsessed with the animal kingdom. Encourage young readers to go on a journey to explore a world of information, making this the ideal first reference book for kids aged 7-9 to enjoy for hours on end, whether reading with the family or reading alone, this fun fact book also doubles up as the perfect gift for curious kids who love to learn. 

Explore the diversity of the animal kingdom whilst uncovering: 

-Stunning Jacket Detail: gold foil, holographic foil & metallic gold edges
-Stunning photography & illustrations inside
-A beautiful book for the whole family to treasure 
-A quality gift to be passed down through the generations

More in the Series

An Anthology of Intriguing Animals is part of the beautiful and informative Anthology series. Complete the series and nurture your child's curiosity as they explore the natural world with The Wonders of Nature or let them walk with the dinosaurs who ruled the earth before them in Dinosaurs and other Prehistoric Life.

An Anthology of Intriguing Animals

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Classic Ghost Stories; A Spine-Tingling Introduction to Gothic Literature.

This is a collection of gothic ghost stories from various authors meant to introduce the reader to some of the best story tellers of the past.  Twenty-seven tales.

Perfect reading for a dark night by the fire place.

Published by the Miles Kelly publishers in England

Like new condition from smoke free home.

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A spine-tingling introduction to gothic literature 

Classic Ghost Stories 

Allan W. Eckert

Discover the captivating story of Tecumseh, the legendary Native American leader, in "A Sorrow in Our Heart" by Allan W. Eckert. This hardcover book, published by Random House Publishing Group in 1992, is the perfect addition to any history or ethnic studies collection.

With 880 pages, this original printing explores the subject of Native American studies and the life of Tecumseh in great detail.

This is 1st edition 1st printing

It’s been read but kept in very good condition. Former owners name inscribed on inside end paper,  see last picture.



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The Life of Tecumseh

A biography of the Shawnee chief describes his plan to amalgamate all North American tribes into one people, his role as a military strategist, and his death in battle.

A Sorrow in Our Heart

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Joan Hiatt Harlow

Star in the Storm by Joan Hiatt Harlow,  1st edition 1st print signed by author
Along with her signature she wrote; "Books give you wings! Joan Hiatt Harlow"  below that is a stamp with 11 little paw prints with "Bow wow, Sirius"  (the name of the dog in the book}

The story takes place in 1912 in Newfoundland when twelve-year-old Maggie fears for her dogs safety when the village outlaws non sheepherding dogs.  Maggie attempts to hide her Newfoundland dog Sirus and so begins the adventure......

The book has the original print dust jacket with a protective cover.  It looks brand new and will make a nice addition for a book lovers collection.

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In 1912, fearing for the safety of her beloved Newfoundland dog Sirius because of a new law outlawing non-sheepherding dogs in her Newfoundland village, twelve-year-old Maggie tries to save him by keeping him hidden.

Star in the Storm by Joan Hiatt Harlow,  HC,  1st edition SIGNED BY AUTHOR

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This is a 1938 edition of The Music Hour in the Kindergarten and First Grade 
Published by Silver Burdett Company
Full of delightful and sometimes educational songs little ones will love.  After all, music is timeless.
Also included are instructions for leaders/educators to help enhance the experience for the children with rhythm and toy orchestra involvement.
If you enjoy vintage books for children this would be a nice one to add to your collection or for use with the little children in your life.

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SKU 635


The Music Hour in the Kindergarten and First Grade Vtg 1938 music song book

Clyde Holler

Black Elk's Religion : The Sun Dance and Lakota Catholicism by Clyde Holler (1995, Trade Paperback)

Great book for anyone interested in Native American study.
The book details the spiritual life of the Lakota leader Black Elk.
In 1883 the US government banned the Lakota Sun Dance but through his creative processes and his true Christian passion Black Elk creatively brought the merger of the two religious expressions.

This book is in excellent condition, free from marks.  It appears to be in new condition.
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The Sun Dance and Lakota Catholicism

In this religious history of the spiritual life of the great Lakota leader Black Elk, Clyde Holler reconstructs the development of the Lakota Sun Dance—the central religious ritual of the Lakota tradition, which is essential to understanding Black Elk's thought. This comprehensive study of the dance, which was banned by the U.S. government in 1883, shows how Black Elk adapted the dance to the conditions and circumstances of reservation life and reinterpreted it in terms commensurate with Christianity. A creative thinker, rather than a passive informant on his people's past, Black Elk was both a sincere traditionalist and a sincere Christian, seeing the two religious traditions as expressions of the sacred. Through a firsthand account of the dance associated with Frank Fools Crow at Three Mile Camp, near Kyle, South Dakota, the author demonstrates how the contemporary Sun Dance reflects Black Elk's vision. Holler's book is a penetrating model of philosophical engagement with native North American religion that is carried out in close dialogue with anthropology. Readers who were captivated by John G. Neihardt's gripping portrait of Black Elk in Black Elk Speaks may be surprised to learn that he was a vital and creative leader until his death in 1950, and not the broken, despairing old man made famous by Neihardt. As the greatest native American religious thinker of North America, much has been written about Black Elk, his life and influence; but of those works, Roller's is likely to stand out as the most capacious in breadth and analysis.

Black Elk's Religion

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James Patterson

Chris Grabenstein

Scaredy Cat by James Patterson & Chris Grabenstein
This is an ex-library copy with the stamps and marks expected of a library edition.
It has the library quality protected dust jacket
This is a 1st edition, 1st print book in great condition, it looks like it wasn't handled much.
Very clean unmarked book (except library stamps) from smoke free home.

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Pasha & Poop, two adorable housecats take on Ebeneezer, the Grinch of all Cats. James Patterson's funniest animal adventure since Katt vs. Dogg.



When shelter cats Pasha and Poop move in with their new human family, they find themselves up against a ghostly bully. Scaredy Cat demands they follow his rules or he'll cause all kinds of trouble-knock over lamps, spill kitty litter, and even get them shipped back to the animal shelter!



But Pasha and Poop are stubborn and rebellious. They won't follow the Scaredy Cat's ridiculous rules like all of the other pets on the block. Together, they set out to find the truth behind who the Scaredy Cat really is, and how they can end his mischief-making for good.

 

Scaredy Cat by James Patterson & Chris Grabenstein, ex library 1st ed, 1st print

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Antonino Fabiano

Adventure and time travel, what more can you want in a book geared toward young readers.
They will not only enjoy the adventure but they will travel back from modern day unrest to Independence Day 1776 and learn about the vision of America from the founders themselves.

The book is signed by the author.  Its in very good condition.  Clean and free of marks with good solid binding.  The lower corner of the back cover has a minor crimp.

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Zeke is the only African American kid attending Bayway High School. When Zeke and his friends learn that a greedy developer plans to build a gambling complex on their tiny island, they vow to stop him. By using the power of television, the teens rally the islanders to save the Bayway Islands community. Through the magical powers of a gold doubloon and a Native American dreamcatcher, Zeke, JJ, and Izzy journey to the past to find the missing property deed to prove rightful ownership of the land. In the process they learn that racism comes in many colors. Nino Fabiano, in his second novel, Tale of the Dreamcatcher, compels readers of all ages to follow their dreams, no matter where they might take them! Come along as secrets are unfolded in Egmont Passage.

Egmont Passage: Monkey Business, SIGNED COPY 

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Irish Folk & Fairy Tales Edited by J.K.Jackson.
This is a large collection of tales from Ireland. 
The collection contains tales of:
-Romance & Tragedy
-Heroes & Giants
-Fairies & Sea-Folk
-Supernatural Forces

480 pages 
There is a crimped area on the front of the jacket, see photo 
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IRISH FOLK & FAIRY TALES - J.K. Jackson, Ed. (2023 Hardcover)

Sarah Ivens

Forest Therapy: Seasonal Ways to Embrace Nature for a Happier You
First US edition, trade paper book
Signed by the author with a dedication to the former book owner.
Clean book from smoke free home.
This book has been handled and read, I assume by the original owners and then by myself so this is not in new condition but still very good overall despite much handling it's still a nice book to add to your personal library of author signed books.

Seasonal Ways to Embrace Nature for a Happier You

Your practical guide to better health, stronger relationships, and a happier life--by reconnecting with nature There is something simply soul-soothing about being in nature. In fact, research shows that spending time outside can improve the immune system, combat stress hormones, lower blood pressure, and boost self-esteem. Around the globe, rising movements are driving us to reconnect with Mother Nature--from shinrin-yoku ("forest bathing") in Japan to friluftsliv ("open-air life") in Scandinavia--yet our everyday lifestyles have distanced us from the great outdoors. For stressed-out professionals, reclusive bookworms, worn-out parents, and their cooped-up kids, Forest Therapy shares why getting back to nature is critically important for our well-being, and offers fun, easy practices to break out of hibernation. From a simple walk in the woods and countryside couples' therapy to DIY natural beauty products and simple ways to bring the great outdoors into your home, Forest Therapy offers practical steps and inspiration to tap into nature's restorative power, no matter the season or the weather. Illustrated with charming black-and-white line art, Forest Therapy is a warm, witty, and personal guide to improving your health, deepening your relationships with your partner and children, and living a fabulous al fresco life.

Forest Therapy, signed by author Sarah Ivens

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Keepers; Treasure-Hunt Poems by John Frank
This book of poetry is about the joy of just finding things of interest, whether its a shell on the beach or an interesting piece of driftwood, or maybe a long forgotten toy in an attic.  It speaks to people of all ages when we stumble across something of interest, and perhaps we keep it for awhile.  
If you enjoy unexpected finds then you will enjoy this book of simple poems (the last poem was very unexpected) 
The photographs by Ken Robbin enchance the poetry.
The book is 62 pages
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Keepers : Treasure-Hunt Poems 

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The Tale of The Dark Crystal 
Vintage Hard Cover Weekly Reader edition printed in 1982 by the Henson Organization Publishing
This copy is a nice clean book from a non smoking home
No marks or tears.
Binding and end papers are solid
The spine has minor pulls and mild corner bumps

THE TALE OF THE DARK CRYSTAL HARDCOVER WEEKLY READER BOOKS, VINTAGE 1982, ILLUS

Wonderful resource book for anyone who wants to create an environment to attract birds to your yard.

The book is an A-Z guide full of quick easy to practice ideas and is entertaining reference for when you don't have a lot of time to read full length chapters.

308 page hardcover book from a non smoking home.

Great gift for the person who wants to create a better backyard environment.


Attracting Birds to Your Backyard, Turn Your Yard & Garden into Haven for Birds vs

Rien Poortvliet is probably best known for his Gnome books.
In this richly illustrated books he delves into his own life and Dutch heritage. His artwork and family heritage will draw you in from the very first page.  
The book is an ex-library copy and is missing it's dust jacket but otherwise is in great condition with a strong sturdy binding and is free from marks and tears except for a couple library stamps and stickers.

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Lot Of 2 Roller Coaster Themed Books, HC with Dust Jackets, Excellent Condition

Charles H. Wendel

Great American Farm Tractor

Peter Straub

Floating Dragon by Peter Straub 1983 HC Book Club Edition, good condition

Gertrude Alice Kay

Adventures In Geography written and illustrated by Gertrude Alice Kay, VTG HC

Les Roberts

The Ashtabula Hat Trick

Tom Wolfe

The Bonfire Of The Vanities (1987) Tom Wolfe 1st Edition 1st Printing HC Book DJ

Gary Paulsen

Tucket’s Travels, books 1 - 5 in One Volume

Don Macmillan, Russell Jones

John Deere Tractors and Equipment, 1837-1959 Vol 1, Don Macmillan, Russell Jones

Yoko Nogiri

Those Not So Sweet Boys, Yoko Nogiri Books 1 and 2

Peter Kuper

Ruins by Peter Kuper, Graphic Novel in color, Paperback Book Will Eisner Award

Ben Hoare

An Anthology of Intriguing Animals

Compiled by Vic Parker

Classic Ghost Stories

Allan W. Eckert

A Sorrow in Our Heart

Joan Hiatt Harlow

Star in the Storm by Joan Hiatt Harlow, HC, 1st edition SIGNED BY AUTHOR

Various

The Music Hour in the Kindergarten and First Grade Vtg 1938 music song book

Clyde Holler

Black Elk's Religion

James Patterson; Chris Grabenstein

Scaredy Cat by James Patterson & Chris Grabenstein, ex library 1st ed, 1st print

Antonino Fabiano

Egmont Passage: Monkey Business, SIGNED COPY

J. K. Jackson, Editor

IRISH FOLK & FAIRY TALES - J.K. Jackson, Ed. (2023 Hardcover)

Sarah Ivens

Forest Therapy, signed by author Sarah Ivens

John Frank

Keepers : Treasure-Hunt Poems

Donna Bass

THE TALE OF THE DARK CRYSTAL HARDCOVER WEEKLY READER BOOKS, VINTAGE 1982, ILLUS

Sally Roth

Attracting Birds to Your Backyard, Turn Your Yard & Garden into Haven for Birds vs

Rien Poortvliet

In My Grandfather's House Hardcover Rien Poortvliet, 1988 HC, missing DJ

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