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Hol' Up Yo' Head by Herb Kruckman - 1936-01-01

Hol' Up Yo' Head

by Herb Kruckman

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New York, NY: Pitel Publishing Company, 1936-01-01. First Edition. Paperback. Good. Signed by Author. Pitel Publishing Company, 1936, stated First Edition, no additional printings indicated; signed by Herb Kruckman on front cover verso, no further inscription; thirty-three Bible stories, rendered into dialect, with Kruckman's unique black and white illustrations for each story (as well as on title page), printed on white glossy paper. Spine is creased, sewn binding remains intact if a little precarious; text, illustrations very good throughout; paper wraps frayed at edges, with some brown spotting near spine, faint splotch at front edge of front cover. Herbert Kruckman was Jewish-American artist, and, at this time, a frequent contributor to several left wing magazines including New Masses, The Hat Worker and Art Front, as well as mainstream media magazines and newspapers including New Republic, PM, New York Times and Post. From a private collection. Ships from Dinkytown in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
  • Bookseller The Book House in Dinkytown US (US)
  • Format/Binding Paperback
  • Book Condition Used - Good
  • Edition First Edition
  • Binding Paperback
  • Publisher Pitel Publishing Company
  • Place of Publication New York, NY
  • Date Published 1936-01-01
  • Keywords AFRAMER ARTT

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Sylvie and Bruno/Sylvie and Bruno Concluded 2 Vol.
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Sylvie and Bruno/Sylvie and Bruno Concluded 2 Vol.

by Carroll, Lewis (Charles Lutwidge Dodgson).

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In 2 volumes, frontispiece with titles to each volume (including tissue-guarded to first volume), illustrations in text throughout.
Sylvie and Bruno Concluded is in the people's edition cover with original uncancelled title page First Edition, Reprint
Slight rubbing and marking to covers and to endpapers; with bumping to corners, some foxing and marking to first and last few leaves of second volume, both volumes in good condition , green cloth, red and black illustration to upper boards with red borders and black decorative titles, black decorative titles with red detail to lower boards and spines.
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The Crusades / The Story of the Latin Kingdom of Jerusalem
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The Crusades / The Story of the Latin Kingdom of Jerusalem

by Archer, T. A. and Kingsford, Charles Lethbridge

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Second impression. xxx+467 pp.+1 folding map h.t. 20,2x14,5 cm. The Story of the Nations / T. Fisher Unwin, London, 1899.
--- Pictorial cloth gilt (publishers binding). Some wear to extremities. B&W illustrations. Tight binding. Occasional light foxing. Unmarked.
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The White Savage: Racial Fantasies in the Postbellum South
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The White Savage: Racial Fantasies in the Postbellum South

by Friedman, Lawrence J.

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First Edition
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Hardcover
ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9780139576133 / 0139576134
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Portland, Oregon, United States
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Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall, Inc., 1970. First Edition. Hardcover. Very Good/Very Good. Cloth in DJ; 184pp; DJ slightly edgeworn, boards square, clean & bright, pages slightly age-toned, text unmarked, binding is tight, VG/VG condition. Revealing and disturbing study of the racist ideas and fantasies of southern whites after the Civil War.
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THE STAND Signet Paperback Custom Display Case Rear Panel
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THE STAND Signet Paperback Custom Display Case Rear Panel

by King, Stephen

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Please note that the listing is for a Slipcase only. Each slipcase is individually hand made from the highest quality materials using time honored traditional techniques, and it is important to note that there are no acidic glues, resins, or epoxy mixes in their construction. Any paper and cloth products used are also acid free. Please note that this case has been designed to fit the 1st Edition / 1st Printing of the title and other copies are not guaranteed to fit. Specifications - 1st Edition 1st Printing Custom Slipcase - 1/4 Inch Moisture Resistant Customwood 300 gsm Textured Cardstock - Cloth lining - Titebond non-toxin original wood glue.. Slipcase Only. New. 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall. Slipcase.
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The Illustrated Life of Jesus; Through the Gospels, Arranged Chronologically.

The Illustrated Life of Jesus; Through the Gospels, Arranged Chronologically.

by David John Meyers

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Brown leather with gilt particulars and a pictorial pastedown. All edges gilt. Moire endpapers, a silk ribbon, and four raised bands. No previous owners' names, bookplates, or other defacements.
8.5 x 10.75 in
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Sylvie and Bruno/Sylvie and Bruno Concluded 2 Vol.
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Sylvie and Bruno/Sylvie and Bruno Concluded 2 Vol.

by Carroll, Lewis (Charles Lutwidge Dodgson).

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!st Ed.
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In 2 volumes, frontispiece with titles to each volume (including tissue-guarded to first volume), illustrations in text throughout.
Sylvie and Bruno Concluded is in the people's edition cover with original uncancelled title page First Edition, Reprint
Slight rubbing and marking to covers and to endpapers; with bumping to corners, some foxing and marking to first and last few leaves of second volume, both volumes in good condition , green cloth, red and black illustration to upper boards with red borders and black decorative titles, black decorative titles with red detail to lower boards and spines.
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The Crusades / The Story of the Latin Kingdom of Jerusalem
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The Crusades / The Story of the Latin Kingdom of Jerusalem

by Archer, T. A. and Kingsford, Charles Lethbridge

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Second impression. xxx+467 pp.+1 folding map h.t. 20,2x14,5 cm. The Story of the Nations / T. Fisher Unwin, London, 1899.
--- Pictorial cloth gilt (publishers binding). Some wear to extremities. B&W illustrations. Tight binding. Occasional light foxing. Unmarked.
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THE STAND Signet Paperback Custom Display Case Rear Panel
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THE STAND Signet Paperback Custom Display Case Rear Panel

by King, Stephen

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Please note that the listing is for a Slipcase only. Each slipcase is individually hand made from the highest quality materials using time honored traditional techniques, and it is important to note that there are no acidic glues, resins, or epoxy mixes in their construction. Any paper and cloth products used are also acid free. Please note that this case has been designed to fit the 1st Edition / 1st Printing of the title and other copies are not guaranteed to fit. Specifications - 1st Edition 1st Printing Custom Slipcase - 1/4 Inch Moisture Resistant Customwood 300 gsm Textured Cardstock - Cloth lining - Titebond non-toxin original wood glue.. Slipcase Only. New. 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall. Slipcase.
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The Illustrated Life of Jesus; Through the Gospels, Arranged Chronologically.

The Illustrated Life of Jesus; Through the Gospels, Arranged Chronologically.

by David John Meyers

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Used - Near Fine
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Collector's Edition
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Hardcover
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Brown leather with gilt particulars and a pictorial pastedown. All edges gilt. Moire endpapers, a silk ribbon, and four raised bands. No previous owners' names, bookplates, or other defacements.
8.5 x 10.75 in
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1913 Montana Public Schools Histories and Photos (Scarce)
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1913 Montana Public Schools Histories and Photos (Scarce)

by Staff Written

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The Inter-Mountain Educator Co, 1913. Softcover. Very Good. June, 1913 issue of The Inter-Mountain Educator Co., then located in Missoula, Montana. Special Montana Public School Number. Includes individual histories of Montanan grade schools, high schools and colleges. Densely illustrated with historical photos of exterior and interior views of schools, grounds, students, surrounding areas and more. Institutions represented include: The University of Montana (Missoula), Montana State School of Mines (Butte), Montana State College of Agriculture and Mechanic Arts (Bozeman), State Normal College (Dillon), High School of Gallatin County (Bozeman), City Schools of Bozeman, County High School at Missoula, Public Schools of the City of Missoula, Public Schools of Terry, Custer County, High School of Beaverhead County (Dillon), Hardin Schools of Big Horn County, High School of Broadwater County (Townsend), Granite County High School (Philipsburg), Schools of the City of Havre, Schools of Glasgow, Valley… Read More
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Hol' Up Yo' Head
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Hol' Up Yo' Head

by Kruckman, Herb

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First Edition
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Silver Spring, Maryland, United States
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New York: Pitel Publishing Company. Very Good. 1936. First Edition. Hardcover. Written and illustrated by Herb Kruckman. New York: Pitel Publishing Co., 1936. First Edition (stated). Signed by author/illustrator on inside front cover. 10¼ x 8 in. Illustrated title page and 33 chapters each with full-page b&w illustration on glossy paper. Text in black dialect retelling thirty-three Bible stories from the point of view of a slave. Printed off-white wrappers with overlapping edges. Spine slightly toned, overlapping edges variously frayed, small chip to top edge near spine panel, interior in fine condition. Born in New York, Kruckman (1904-1998) was an artist, cartoonist, illustrator, and author.; 10 1/4 x 8 inches .
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Hol' up yo' head
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Hol' up yo' head

by Kruckman, Herb

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New York: Pitel Publishing Company, 1936. Paperback. Unpaginated, printed throughout on coated paperstock in very good condition, profusely illustrated with Krukman's art. Softbound in 10.5x8 inch paper covers, their clerical edges quite worn, interior very good. Rendition of the gospel story from the point of view of a slave in the US; Jesus' warning to the scribe: "Ma boy, de foxes has holes, an' de birds o' de air has nests, but a man whut done open his mouf 'gainst de money int'rests ain't got no place whar to lay his head.
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Hol' Up Yo' Head [ Inscribed By The Author]

by Kruckman, Herb

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New York: Pitel Publishing Co.. Good with no dust jacket. 1936. Softcover. Covers are chipped and have browned edges. Covers have a couple small tears and light creases. Edges of text pages are slightly browned. The numerous plates are clean and bright. ; Inscribed by the author/illustrator inside the front cover. .
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Hol' Up Yo' Head
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Hol' Up Yo' Head

by Kruckman, Herb

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First Edition
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Pitel Publishing, 1936. First Edition. Hardcover. Good/No Jacket. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. The scarce hardcover limited edition, this being copy #12 of 110 numbered copies. Signed by the author/illustrator. Brown cloth over wood-veneer boards (binding rubbed and stained; front inner hinge starting). Illustrated African-American dialect, adapted from Scripture. Illustrated By the Author.
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HOL' UP 'YO HEAD (signed)

by Kruckman, Herb

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Glen Head, New York, United States
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New York 1936 first edition. Pitel. 4to wraps. Written and fully illustrated by Kruckman. Bible stories retold in Black dialect and with characters illustrated as African Americans. Clever but some disturbing lines (especially considering the date), eg, "Shoah 'nuf! The Jews done it! Kill tha Jews!" (chap 33). Cover has beveled edges which are frayed. Cover is also a bit toned as is text . Text VG and clean. No ownership marks. Overall Good plus. **Signed by Kruckman in presentation to "Briggs" inside front cover. .
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Secret Splendor (Silhouette Classics, No 11)

Secret Splendor (Silhouette Classics, No 11)

by Claire, Erin St (Sandra Brown)

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9780373482474 / 0373482477
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Silhouette, 1992. Paperback. Very Good. Sandra Brown writing as Erin St. Claire, 253 pgs
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Bloody Sunrise
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Bloody Sunrise

by Spillane, Mickey

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First Edition
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Hardcover
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1965 - First Edition stated - A Tiger Mann Mystery - "...for Tiger is told on his wedding day that he is needed for Operation Plato." - book: very good - tight, sound, and square - no previous owner markings - dj: vibrant colors with some rubbing to the black base and abstract sun - interesting black and white photo of Spillane on the back cover - a few chips repaired with archival tape - dj in protective mylar sleeve
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More Than Forever
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More Than Forever

by McLean, Jay

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9781505999471 / 1505999472
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2014. Book Four in the More Than Series 8vo size trade paperback; 369 pages Please note: This book has a Mature Readers Advisory. From back: "Lucy - There is love so fierce it cannot be measured... Cameron - Forever. Everlasting. Eternal. THere is no measure of time... But our forever isn't always." Creased back cover and last few pages, worn corners. Thanks for shopping with us. 100% of your purchase benefits charity and supports literacy and life-long learning.. Trade Paperback. Good/No Jacket. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Private Press.
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Unreal Tournament Bradygames Official Strategy Guide
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Unreal Tournament Bradygames Official Strategy Guide

by Marcus, Phillip

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Paperback
ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9780744009552 / 0744009553
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Bradbury & Evans, 2007. Covers PC-CD ROM/DVD ROM & Playstation 3 Computer Entertainment System 4to sized softcover; 271 heavy glossy pages with color illustrations throughout Brand new, but note some edgewear and blemish to top of back cover. Thanks for shopping with us. 100% of your purchase benefits charity and supports literacy and life-long learning.. Trade Paperback. New/No Jacket. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall.
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The Birth and Death of Meaning:  An Interdisciplinary Perspective on the Problem of Man
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The Birth and Death of Meaning: An Interdisciplinary Perspective on the Problem of Man

by Becker, Ernest

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2nd
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New York: The Free Press, 1971. Second Edition. Contents include: The Man-Apes; The Origins of the Mind; The Distinctive Human; The Inner World; Socialization: the Creation of the Inner World; The New Meaning of the Oedipus Complex; Self-Esteem; Culture and Personality; Social Encounters: The Staging of Self-Esteem; Culture: the Relativity of Hero-Systems; What is Normal?; What Would A Science of Man Then Be?; Religion: The Quest for the Ideal Heroism. 228 pages. Edgewear; light wear to covers; worn corners and light creases on spine. Deeply creased spine opens flat at pages 60/61. Thanks for shopping with us! 100% of your purchase benefits charity and supports literacy and lifelong learning.. 2nd. Soft Cover. Good/No Jacket. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.
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Shoemakers Best Selections Number 5 For Readings and Recitations
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Shoemakers Best Selections Number 5 For Readings and Recitations

by Shoemaker, J. W

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1906
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Hardcover
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Rare original poetry book with cloth covered boards, copyright 1880 by J. W. Shoemaker & Co. This edition published in 1906 by the Penn Publishing company, Philadelphia. From the estate of my great-great grandfather.Includes many unique poems and recitations such as "To a skull", "Uncle Daniel's Introduction to a Mississippi Steamer", "The Leak in the Dyke", etc. More well-known poetry includes "Song of Birds", "Old Ironsides", and "Bannock Burn" by Robbie Burns. Light rubbing and bumps to outside spine edges. Back cover and interior cloth covered board has a stain at top. Original owner's name and address from 1908, but no other writing or marks. First 2 pages have a stain at top, but text of 192 pages of poetry and recitations is totally clean with light tanning of pages.
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A Million Miles from Boston
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A Million Miles from Boston

by Day, Karen

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First
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ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9780385738996 / 0385738994
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2011. 8vo size hardcover with dust jacket; 215 pages. Signed by author on title page. Stated First Edition From jacket: "(Lucy) wants to get out of Boston and forget her worries about starting middle school and about her father's new girlfriend. Pierson Point is where she feels most like herself, and where memories of her mother, who died when Lucy was six, are strong and sacred. But this summer, nothing is the same. Ian, a boy from home in Boston, comes to Pierson Point...Lucy's father wants his girlfriend to become a bigger part of Lucy's life. Though Lucy struggles against change, she gradually realizes that sometimes, change is for the better. Average wear to jacket; bumped corners and head and heel of spine, owner's name on fep. Autographed Copy sticker on front of jacket; one previously folded page corner. Quotes are for illustrative purposes only and remain the property of their copyright holders. Thanks for shopping with us. 100% of your purchase benefits… Read More
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The Republic Of Plato
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The Republic Of Plato: A New Version Founded On Basic English

by Richards, I.A

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1942 - noted on the copyright page as "A WARTIME BOOK This complete edition is produced in full compliance with the government's regulations for conserving paper and other essential materials" book: very good -tight, sound, and square, no previous owner marks - moderate edgewear plus rubbing to the boards - some toning from age - no dj - includes a vintage (pre - "The Google") Buccaneer Books Laguna Beach, CA out-of-print book search card
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A study of child-nature from the Kindergarten Standpoint
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A study of child-nature from the Kindergarten Standpoint

by Elizabeth Harrison

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4th
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Hardcover
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A study of child-nature from the Kindergarten Standpoint by Elizabeth Harrison. Published by Chicago Kindergarten College; 4th edition (1892). 207 pages. Interior clean and unmarked except for previous owner's name and date of Aug 1893 on fly page. Another fly page has "Compliments Chicago Kindergarten College Co." in handwriting. Edge of several pages have slight bend and small tear. Hardback with no dj if offered. Slight bumping on edges and spine. Blue cloth cover and spine has some fading. Condition: Good. Measures 7.5" x 5"
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Kane & Abel
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Kane & Abel

by Jeffrey Archer

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Has Jacket
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Book Club
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Hardcover
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Decatur, Indiana, United States
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New York, 1979. Book Club. Hardcover. Book Club/Has Jacket. Book is a book club edition. Quite a few closed tears, chips, and other signs of wear to the dust jacket. Some bumping to the boards at corners, edges and ends of the spine. Pages are clean.
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