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Frieda Lawrence: Including Not I, But the Wind and Other Autobiographical Writings

Frieda Lawrence: Including Not I, But the Wind and Other Autobiographical Writings

by Jackson, Rosie

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Used - Very Good Condition
Jacket Condition
Very Good Dustjacket
Edition
First Printing
Published
1994
Binding
Hardcover with dustjacket
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Short Nights of the Shadow Catcher: The Epic Life and Immortal Photographs of Edward Curtis

Short Nights of the Shadow Catcher: The Epic Life and Immortal Photographs of Edward Curtis

by Egan, Timothy

Condition
Fine/As New Condition
Jacket Condition
Fine/As New Dustjacket
Edition
First Printing
Published
2012
Binding
Hardcover with dustjacket
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This is the story who captured historic and immortal moments in history with his camera.
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Davy Crockett's Own Story As Written by Himself

Davy Crockett's Own Story As Written by Himself

by Crockett, Davy

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Used - Very Good Condition
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Very Good Dustjacket
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Hardcover with dustjacket
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This is the Autobiography of o9ne of Americ's most famous Western heroes.
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Spirit Car: Journey to a Dakota Past

Spirit Car: Journey to a Dakota Past

by Wilson, Diane

Condition
Fine/As New Condition
Jacket Condition
Fine/As New Dustjacket
Edition
First Printing
Published
2006
Binding
Hardcover with dustjacket
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This is the story of the author's journey to discover her past.
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Lost in West Texas

Lost in West Texas

by Corder, Jim W.

Condition
Fine/As New Condition
Jacket Condition
Fine/As New Dustjacket
Edition
First Edition
Published
1988
Binding
Hardcover with dustjacket
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In this book the author takes the reader on a tour of his childhood and the parts of Texas where his family lived.
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The Bursums of New Mexico

The Bursums of New Mexico

by Hamm, Ron

Condition
Used - Very Good Condition
Jacket Condition
No dustjacket
Edition
First Edition
Published
2012
Binding
Bound in brown cloth hardcover
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This is the story of a family who have made major contributions to life and culture in New Mexico.
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Black Range Tales: Chronicling Sixty Years of Life and Adventure in the Southwest

Black Range Tales: Chronicling Sixty Years of Life and Adventure in the Southwest

by McKenna, James A.

Condition
Used - Good condition
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No Dustjacket
Edition
8th printing
Published
1981
Binding
Bound in yellow cloth hardcover
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This iis a nice edition of a classic biography and Southwest history.
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Lottie Deno: Gambling Queen of Hearts - Autographed by the Author

Lottie Deno: Gambling Queen of Hearts - Autographed by the Author

by Rose, Cynthia

Condition
Used - Good Condition
Edition
First Printing
Published
1994
Binding
Bound in pictorial paper
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This book recounts the story of a remarkable woman who lived on the Texas frontier. There are a few notations on the back endsheet.
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Traders to the Navajos: The Wetherills of Kayenta

Traders to the Navajos: The Wetherills of Kayenta

by Gillmore, Frances and Wetherill, Louisa Wade

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Used - Good with slight wear
Published
1971
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Bound in pictorial paper
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This is both the story of the trading experiences and archaeological finds of the Wetherills, but also an insight into Navajo culture. There is a former owner's name inside.
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Richard Wetherill: Anasazi - Pioneer Explorer of Southwestern Ruins

Richard Wetherill: Anasazi - Pioneer Explorer of Southwestern Ruins

by McNitt, Frank

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Used - Good with some cover wear
Published
1974
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Bound in pictorial paper
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This is the story of Richard Wetherill, who devoted his life to the search for the Anasazi - the "Ancient Ones". There is a former owner's name inside.
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The Life and Times of Jesus the Messiah - Complete Two Volume Set

The Life and Times of Jesus the Messiah - Complete Two Volume Set

by Edersheim, Rev. Alfred

Condition
Used - Good Condition
Edition
Eighth Edition
Published
1915
Binding
Bound in brown cloth with gold lettering on the spines
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This is a thoroughly researched and absorbing account of the life of Jesus Christ as well as the society and culture in which he lived. This set is complete in two volumes. Both volumes are in good condition. Media Mail shipping within the contiguous U.S. will be as listed. Because of the weight of the two volumes, all other shipping… Read more about this item
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Edge of the Taos Desert: An Escape to Reality

Edge of the Taos Desert: An Escape to Reality

by Luhan, Mabel Dodge

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Used - Very Good Condition
Published
1997
Binding
Bound in pictorial paper
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This is an autobiographical account of Mabel Dodge Luhan's first few months in New Mexico after leaving New York in 1917.
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A Chill in the Air: An Italian War Diary, 1939-1940

A Chill in the Air: An Italian War Diary, 1939-1940

by Origo, Iris

Condition
Used - Very Good Condition
Edition
First Printing
Published
2017
Binding
Bound in pictorial paper
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This is an exciting and moving first hand account of the early days of the Second World War.
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Pablita Velarde - Autographed by both Pablita Velarde and Mary Carroll Nelson
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Pablita Velarde - Autographed by both Pablita Velarde and Mary Carroll Nelson

by Nelson, Mary Carroll

Condition
Used - Very Good Condition
Jacket Condition
No dustjacket
Edition
First Edition
Published
1971
Binding
Bound as pictorial hardcover
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Pablita Velarde was a very talented and influential Native American artist. She painted many pieces depicting Native American life and culture in the Southwest. This book about her life and work is autographed by both her and the author.
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All Said and Done

All Said and Done

by de Beauvoir, Simone

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Used - Very Good Condition
Published
1993
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Bound in pictorial paper
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This is the autobiography of Simone de Beauvoir, 1962-1972. There is a former owner's name inside.
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Baby Doe Tabor: The Madwoman in the Cabin

Baby Doe Tabor: The Madwoman in the Cabin

by Temple, Judy Nolte

Condition
Used - Very Good Condition
Jacket Condition
Very Good Dustjacket
Edition
First Printing
Published
2007
Binding
Hardcover with dustjacket
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This is the story of a woman who, in the 1800's, married Colorado's wealthies mining magnate and together lived a life of scandal and extravagance. After they lost their fortune overnight, Baby Doe lived the last 35 years of her life in a small cabin in the Rocky Mountains.
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Genius on the Edge: The Bizarre Double Life of Dr. William Stewart Halsted

Genius on the Edge: The Bizarre Double Life of Dr. William Stewart Halsted

by Imber, Dr. Gerald

Condition
Used - Very Good Condition
Jacket Condition
Very Good Dustjacket
Edition
First Edition
Published
2010
Binding
Hardcover with dustjacket
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This is a biography of one of the most remarkable and innovative doctors ever to practice medicine in the United States.
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The Boy and the Dog Are Sleeping

The Boy and the Dog Are Sleeping

by Nasdijj

Condition
Used - Very Good Condition
Jacket Condition
Very Good Dustjacket
Edition
First Edition
Published
2003
Binding
Hardcover with dustjacket
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This book tells the true story of the unconditional love between a father and a son.
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The June Rise: The Apocryphal Letters of Joseph Antoine Janis

The June Rise: The Apocryphal Letters of Joseph Antoine Janis

by Tremblay, William

Condition
Used - Very Good Condition
Jacket Condition
Very Good Dustjacket
Edition
First Edition
Published
2001
Binding
Hardcover with dustjacket
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There is a former owner's bookplate inside.
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Francis Bacon: The Temper of a Man

Francis Bacon: The Temper of a Man

by Bowen, Catherine Drinker

Condition
Used - Good Condition
Jacket Condition
No dustjacket
Published
1963
Binding
Bound in red cloth hardcover with gold lettering and decor
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