Search Results: By Year Of Issue / 1930s from Books Tell You Why, Inc.

Springfield, IL: Abraham Lincoln Association. Very Good. 1930. First Edition; First Printing. Cloth Spine. First edition/first printing in Very Good condition, little soiling to boards. Lincolniana bookplate of prior owner on the front pastedown; The Abraham Lincoln Association Papers Delivered Before the Members of the Abraham Lincoln Association is a collection of speeches, essays, and other writings delivered by Hay, Logan, Mary E. Humphrey, and Claude G. Bowers. The book is a compilation of Lincoln's thoughts and speeches from his time as President of the United States, and provides a fascinating insight into Lincoln's thoughts and beliefs.; 8vo; 89 pages .

New York: Charles Scribner's Sons. Near Fine. [1939]. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. A pleasing first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition, light tanning of pages; This book covers the years 1865-1877, during which time Abraham Lincoln led the United States through its greatest war, the Civil War. The book tells the story of Lincoln's presidency, his efforts to end the war, and the effects of the war on the nation.; The Sangamon Edition; Vol. 3; 8vo; 660 pages .

New York: Harcourt, Brace & World, Inc. /Harcourt, Brace & Company. Very Good+ in Very Good+ dust jacket. c1939. Hardcover. A four volume set with each volume in Very Good+ condition in alike, plain dust-jackets ; Four volume set about Lincoln during the Civil War; Vol. 1/4/2024; 8vo .

London: John Murray. Good. 1933. First Edition. Hardcover. Good condition. Color has slightly faded on the spine. Pencil markings on front flyleaf. Pages are beginning to come loose in the front. ; The story follows the adventures of a young boy, Wren, and his dog, Percival, as they travel the world in search of adventure. From climbing mountains to diving underwater, Wren and Percival always seem to find themselves in the middle of something exciting. This story is full of adventure and will keep readers on the edge of their seats.; 8vo; 508 pages .

New Yok: Frederick A. Stokes Company. Good. 1933. First Edition. Hardcover. Good condition. Pages are a little rough from cutting, with slight discoloration on the edges. ; Percival Christopher Wren is known for his work on the construction of the Royal Observatory in Greenwich, England, but he is also well-known for his writings on astronomy and mathematics. In this book, he tells the story of his life and his passions, including his love of action and adventure.; 8vo; 435 pages .

Boston: Little, Brown, and Company. Very Good-. 1936. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. A very good- first edition, first printing. The boards are worn with some fading and the interior has a previous owner's sticker on front pastedown. The pages are clean, but a little loose. The publisher's catalog at end does have pen marks next to some titles; Advice Limited by E. Phillips Oppenheim is a humorous and insightful book that will help you achieve success.; 8vo; 318 pages .

Philadelphia: The Blakiston Company. Very Good+. 1932. 3rd Edition. Hardcover. Edition in Very Good+ condition with rubbing to the board edges and light soiling to the pages. There is a previous owner's signature on the front pastedown and a tipped in letter of presentation from Eli Lilly of the Eli Lilly and Company ; Osler's Aequanimitas with Other Address to Medical Students, Nurses and Practitioners of Medicine is a compilation of lectures and essays he delivered to medical students and practitioners throughout his career. Osler seeks to provide both practical instruction and moral support to those in the medical field, stressing the importance of maintaining a positive attitude and maintaining a sense of perspective in the face of adversity.; 8vo; 451 pages; TBC; FSA .

Indianapolis And New York: The Bobbs-Merrill Company. Good. c1939. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. A first edition/first printing in Good condition with soiling to the boards, creasing and edgewear to the starting spine, and many adhesive markings throughout the pages from pictures and other inserts; This book describes the lives of ancient Andean people who lived in the Andes Mountains. The author provides information about the culture and history of the Andean people and their way of life. He also discusses the geography and climate of the Andes Mountains.; 8vo ; 336 pages .

New York: The Literary Guild. Very Good+ in Very Good dust jacket. c1933. Book Club Edition. Hardcover. Book Club edition in Very Good+ condition, little rubbing along the spine and edges and some tanning to page edges in a Very Good, little chipped dust-jacket; This is part one of a two-volume work on President Jackson by Marquis. The Border Captain deals with Jackson's life prior to being elected president. It covers his family history, early life, military service, the War of 1812, the Battle of New Orleans, etc ; B & W Illustrations and Photographs; 461 pages .

Northboro, MA: Ruth Webb Lee. Very Good in Very Good- dust jacket. 1950. 3rd Edition. Cloth. A most interesting third edition in Very Good condition in alike dustjacket. Bright purple with a white goblet in center of front cover. SIGNED by author Ruth Lee Webb on the front flyleaf. Bumping to corners and spine with an area of discoloration at head of spine. Dustjacket chipped around edges with faded spine. Laid in is a typed and signed letter from author Ruth Lee Webb dated April 5, 1956, to the owner Mrs. Lyle E. Replogle of Stanfordville, NY, discussing reproduction Atterbury duck dishes. Replogle's name and address inside front cover; In 1938, when the first edition of Antique Fakes and Reproductions appeared, it was Ruth Webb who said: "A reproduction becomes a fake when it is sold as a genuine antique," and, "It requires knowledge to know when a bargain is really a bargain". This volume is attempting to increase this knowledge; B&W Photographs; Signed by Author .

Santa Fe, NM: Santa Fe New Mexican Publishing Corporation. Good. c1936. Hardcover. An edition in Good condition with bumped corners, rubbing to the faded boards, age toning and slight warping to the pages potentially from heat exposure ; Louis H. Warner's Archbishop Lamy: An Epoch Maker tells the story of the great French Catholic missionary, Jean-Baptiste de La Mennais, and his monumental achievements in South America. La Mennais, a passionate and eloquent advocate for Catholic missions, arrived in South America in the mid- 1700s and quickly made a name for himself as one of the most influential and accomplished clergymen of his day. Archbishop Lamy: An Epoch Maker is the story of Lamy's life and work in South America, and is one of the most important historical accounts of Catholic missionary activity in the region.; 8vo; 316 pages .

Boston: Little, Brown, and Company. Very Good. 1937. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. A first printing of the first edition in very good condition with some shelf wear to the covers. The spine is starting and there is a small stamp on bottom front flyleaf; Ask Miss Mott is a humorous novel about a high school teacher who is asked to coach the school’s girls’ basketball team. The teacher is a natural at coaching and quickly turns the team around, leading them to a winning record. However, the girls’ parents are not happy with the team’s success and want the teacher to resign. The teacher refuses to quit and continues to coach the team, even when they are suddenly eliminated from the playoffs. In the end, the team and the teacher are triumphant, and the parents are happy to have seen their daughter’s skills develop.; 8vo; 286 pages .

London: Hodder and Stoughton. Very Good. 1936. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. A first printing of the first edition in very good condition. The volume sports normal wear from life on a shelf and foxing throughout. The binding is tight; Miss Mott is a spinster schoolteacher who, despite her lack of romantic interests, manages to have a fulfilling life. She is content with her job, her friends, and her life in general until she meets Mr. Jenkins, a new student in her class. He is strikingly handsome, and Miss Mott soon becomes drawn to him. She begins to feel like she is missing out on something important in her life if she isn't interested in Mr. Jenkins, and she decides to take a chance and pursue a relationship with him. However, Miss Mott soon learns that Mr. Jenkins is a dishonest man who is only after her money. She is heartbroken when she realizes that she has been duped, but she continues to live a happy life without Mr. Jenkins.; 8vo; 314 pages .

Philadelphia: The Wistar Institute of Anatomy and Biology. Very Good in Very Good- dust jacket. 1937. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. A first edition in Very Good condition, tanned pages, little soiled in Very Good- dust-jacket; Isaac Jones Wistar's personal account of his life shedding light on the issues of the Civil War period, the 49ers, the early Industrialists, and the raw truths of life in the American West; 528 pages .

New York: The Modern Library. Good. c1932. Cloth. Good condition, fading to worn boards. Previous owner's bookplate on front pastedown; The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin provides a unique and fascinating glimpse into the life of one of America’s most celebrated Founding Fathers. It also features selections from Franklin’s other writings, which provide unique insights into his thoughts and beliefs. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in Benjamin Franklin or American history.; 12mo ; 260 pages; FSA .

Tarzana, CA: Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc.. Very Good+ in Very Good- dust jacket. 1937. First Edition; First Printing. Cloth. A bright first edition/first printing, blue cloth with red lettering on the front cover and spine in Very Good+ condition with minor rubbing to board edges and signs of tape residue to front and rear pastedowns in Very Good-, unlaminated dust-jacket with moderate edgewear and chipping, some small tape repairs. Zeuschner 25; When the great dirigible, the giant 0-220, sailed majestically through the north polar opening out of that weird and savage inner world, Pellicular, it left behind, unaccounted for, but a single member of its original crew that had sailed with Jason Gridley and Tarzan to the rescue of David Innes (from the dust-jacket) ; 8vo; [ii], [4], 5-318, [2] pages .

New York: The Heritage Press. Very Good. c1937. Hardcover. Very Good condition with mild sunning to the upper board edges and some shelfwear; The Ballad of Reading Gaol is a beautiful and heartbreaking poem about Oscar Wilde's time spent in prison. Wilde writes about the loneliness and sadness he feels while incarcerated, and how reading and writing can keep him sane. The poem is a great reminder that even though life can be difficult, it's always worth trying to find beauty in the world.; 4to ; 42 pages .

London: Hodder and Stoughton Limited. Very Good+. 1934. Hardcover. An edition in very good+ condition. The spine is lightly cocked, otherwise the volume sports normal shelfwear; This book was published in America as "The Man Without Nerves"; 8vo; 320 pages .

Boston: Little, Brown, and Company. Very Good+. 1935. Hardcover. An edition in very good+ condition. The spine is cocked and discolored. The tanning to the pages is slight, and the binding is still very good; The Battle of Basinghall Street is a novel set during the English Civil War. It tells the story of a small group of rebels who attempt to overthrow the government from the shadows.; 8vo; 314 pages .

Boston: Little, Brown, and Company. Very Good. 1935. Hardcover. An edition in very good condition. The spine and cover are speckled and discolored. There is some tanning to the pages, with pencil markings on the front pastedown; The Battle of Basinghall Street is a historical novel about a street fight between the Royalists and the Parliamentarians.; 8vo; 314 pages .