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This book explores the advent of the electric light; how it was both the product of a technological boom and itself sparked even more technological innovation.
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The Age of Edison: Electric Light and the Invention of Modern America
by Freeberg, Ernest
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Ambrose Bierce's Civil War: Edited and with an Introduction by William McCann
by Bierce, Ambrose
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This is a collection of the writings of Ambrose Bierce based upon his first hand experiences during the American Civil War.
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The American Clock: A Comprehensive Pictorial Survey, 1723 - 1900, with a Listing of 6153 Clockmakers
by Distin, William H. and Bishop, Robert
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With over 1000 illustrations, this is a very comprehensive guide to the history of American clocks. Due to the size of this item, expedited or priority shipping costs will be individually quoted. Media Mail cost with the U.S. will remain as listed.
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American Race Horses - 1936
by Hervey, John
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This book is a review of the breeding and the performances of the Outstanding thoroughbreds of 1936 engaged in racing, steeplechasing and hunt races. There is a former owner's bookplate inside the cover, and slight wear on the back. Due to the size of this item, expedited or priority shipping costs will be individually quoted. Media Mail cost with the U.S. will remain as listed.
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American Prisoner of War Camps in Arizona and Nevada
by Kirkpatrick, Kathy
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This book tells the story of both the prisoners in the camps as well as the impact and changes brought to local communities by their presence.
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American First Editions: Revised and enlarged by Jacob Blanck
by Johnson, Merle
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This is an early edition of an excellent guide to identifying first editions.
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American Clocks for the Collector
by Tyler, E.J.
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Profusely illustrated, this book presents a variety of clocks suitable for adding to your own private collection of timepieces.
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American AFVs of World War II: Armoured Fighting Vehicles in Profile Volume 4
by Crow, Duncan; editor
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This profusely illustrated book is an excellent history of the armored fighting vehicles employed by the United States Army during the Second World War. The first few pages show some wear.
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The American Revolution in Indian Country: Crisis and Diversity in Native American Communities
by Calloway, Colin G.
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This book examines the increased hardships faced by Native Americans during the Revolutionary War.
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The American Clock: A Comprehensive Pictorial Survey, 1723 - 1900, with a Listing of 6153 Clockmakers
by Distin, William H. and Bishop, Robert
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This is a very comprehensive book on the history of American clocks and clock makers. Due to the size of this item, expedited or priority shipping costs will be individually quoted. Media Mail cost with the U.S. will remain as listed.
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Ancient Ruins of the Southwest: An Archaeological Guide
by Noble, David Grant
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This book explores archaeological ruins of the Mogollon, the Hohokam, the Anasazi, the Sinagua, the Salado, and pueblos and missions of the Rio Grande.
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Ancient Life in the American Southwest: With an Introduction on the General History of the American Race
by Hewett, Edgar L.
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This book discusses life of the native Americans in the Southwest.
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Ancient Landscapes of the Grand Canyon Region
by McKee, Edwin D.
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This book tells the geological story of Zion, Bryce, Petrified Forest, Painted Desert, and Grand Canyon.
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Antique American Clocks & Watches
by Thomson, Richard
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This is a profusely illustrated history of American timepieces. It is an ex-library copy with the usual library markings, other wise in good condition.
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The Apache Wars: The Hunt for Geronimo, the Apache Kid, and the Captive Boy Who Started the Longest War in American History
by Hutton, Paul Andrew
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This is the story of the Apache Wars in the last half of the nineteenth century.
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Arnold's March From Cambridge to Quebec: A Critical Study Together with a Reprint of Arnold's Journal
by Smith, Justin H.
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This is the story of Colonel Benedict Arnold's attempt to capture the city of Quebec.
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Attack and Die: Civil War Military Tactics and the Southern Heritage
by McWhiney, Grady and Jamieson, Perry D.
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This book examines the military tactics used by the Confederate Army during the American Civil War. There is a former owner's name on the front endsheet.
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Best Lincoln Stories Tersely Told
by Gallaher, J.E.
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This is a lovely old copy of a classic work of American history. There is a former owner's name inside.
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Beyond the Hundredth Meridian: John Wesley Powell and the Second Opening of the West
by Stegner, Wallace
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- 9780149159943
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This book recounts the story of John Wesley Powell, who explored the Grand Canyon, the Colorado River, and the lands of the Native Peoples who had lived in this area for centuries.
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The Big Bend Country of Texas
by Madison, Virginia
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This is the story of the Big Bend country, its history, legends, people, and natural wonders.
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