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Dust jacket shows scuffing, edgewear and is water-stained. Cloth binding shows spine wear; boards and a few pages of text block show water stains. Inscribed by the author on the front free endpage.
This self-published book shows the author's, a former manager of concert artists, private collection. The cards of about 25 violin virtuosos with occasional handwriting, their photographs, accompanied by the author's comments.

A square book with stapled wraps; cover is lightly discolored, minimal edge wear, very small repaired tear lower back spine; 24 pages interior unpaginated pages are clean, unmarked.
A Rare, black-and-white exhibition catalogue, published in conjunction with an exhibition of drawings and sculptures by Bontecou a pioneer figure who received broad recognition in the 1960s New York art world.

Book binding is tight, the 349 pgs which include illustrations and maps are crisp and clean; the dust jacket has slight scuffing, shows some edgewear and has clear tape repair.
Within the Aztec sky religion is Quetzalcoatl, a fire serpent, a being of rainbow colors, as well as many other baffling avatars. The author intends this book to be a contribution to the history of religion, it is part of the Civilization of the American Indian series in which the four major categories of Aztec religious thought are discussed. It is the product of the authors long-term familiarity with the prehispanic Mesoamerican world and it represents considerable knowledge of Mesoamerican theology and iconography. The author references data derived from Spanish observers, native documents dating from the time of conquest and before and archeological finds.

DJ has a few taped small rip repairs, cloth covers show slight edge, corner and spine wear. Binding is tight, textblock pages are clean of marks. Includes "Annotated Bibliography", and "Periodicals".
This book examines the emancipation of woman, woman in the Church, the ordination of women and the immediacy of the need. Contains a brief history of the first fifteen women priests.

Original wraps and spine show scuffs, edge and corner wear. Binding is tight but flyleaf and next 3 pages are loosening, pages clear of marks. Line-drawn sepia illustrations throughout.
Ecology-focused literary anthology of Native American stories and poetry from the Hudson Valley region. With Introduction by Pete Seeger, glossary of Hudson River tribal names and historical bibliography.

ExLibrary, DJ is in a protective sleeve. The cover shows little wear, but the foot of the spine is lightly crushed. The binding and textblock pages are in very good condition and are unmarked, except for two library stamps top edge title page. Includes a "Notes" reference section.
The author was one of the most respected and influential spokesmen of the Left at the time, the publication of these lectures lead the reader into an outline of his linguistic theories, political views and ideas on pacifism and social change.

This book is in near new condition, binding shows no wear, pages are intact, clean and unmarked.
These works are lush springs of beauty built on the airs of thought, memory, love, flight, and mystery, each a letter in itself to all who love poetry and the adventure of living. From Morocco to Paris to New York, these poems are windows onto a world slipping from us day by day as well as prophetic mirrors of the future. With photographs by the author and others.

Original wraps show slight edgewear, scuffing and stains, corners gently bumped. Binding is solid and pages are clean of marks. Illustrated with black-and-white archival photos and other reproductions--a map, a letter from Tolstoy.
Glass's landmark minimalist opera is based on Gandhi's early life in South Africa from which he developed his philosophy of nonviolent resistance–satyagraha "truth force" as well as other events and the Great March of 1913. Includes a history section, excerpts of musical scores and staging.

No DJ; the cloth-covered boards show very little wear; the binding is tight but the book is shelf-cocked. The upper text block edge and front paste down have some light damp staining; a previous book owner's information is written on the first flyleaf, there is a moderate amount of underlining in pen and pencil throughout with no highlighting or marginalia. Includes Introduction, 2 Titles, and 21 Chapters.
This 17th Century Science Fiction novel is a prime example of early voyage literature, The protagonist attempts to fly to the moon and sees things from a different perspective; the journey affects their judgement and challenges old ideals.