Search Results: Authors starting with V from Eve's Reads

Minimal library distinctions, DJ Flap fused in, no pocket, tape residue Front & Back Paste downs, else appears as unread, unblemished (no reading wear) copy. Poly protected DJ displays no significant surface/edge/wear, as shown.
The Indian author's first novel, with introduction by Anthony Burgess to the revised edition of this outrageously funny novel. Originally published to great acclaim in England in 1948 just one year after Indian independence. This is generally considered the first post-colonial novel of Indian literature.
Desani revised this novel several times over the next almost 40 years. This revised edition has an introduction by Anthony Burgess.
After Desani's death in 2000, the novelist Amitav Ghosh had this to say about him, "The opaqueness of Hatterr is actually a reflection of the calculated evasiveness that Indians, Africans and other colonized people once had to employ when they attempted to make themselves heard in an idiom that barely acknowledged… Read More

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This book includes a tested system that enables salespeople and sales managers to get better results by applying behavioral science principles in their daily work.
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But God Can is filled with practical illustrations that are fascinating proof that nothing is impossible with God
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Inscribed & signed by author.... "Dec. 2014 Jan. 2015. Merry Christmas XXX....From Your Friend …. Ozzie …..Enjoy the reading XOXO.
Indian revolts in the province of Chimborazo Ecuador destroyed the family and goods of the rancher Juan Domingo Orosco, as revenge for the maltreatment and abuse of the savages. After this unfortunate event, Orosco converted and became a missionary priest who worked among the oriental tribes. He was always accompanied by his son Carlos, who became very fond of a young Indian beauty named Cumandá. She saved the young white man's life in several situations. Finally she agreed to become the wife of the chief of the Jibaros Yahuarmaqui, so the Jivaros would spare her beloved Carlos's life. At the end of this masterpiece, we find out that Cumandá is the daughter of Juan Domingo Orosco and that she didn't die when his ranch was destroyed, thanks to the protection of Pona, wife… Read More

Pages 443 – 457 not smoothly cut in binding process, else appears as new in fine brown and Maroon boards, with near fine DJ displaying absolute minimal surface/edge/wear, as shown.
Renowned for their glamour and mystery, these stories are certain to pull the reader into the dynamic world of Allen's irresistible characters. As each fascinating plot unravels, its characters face psychological twists at every turn.
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Uncommon book. First published in French in 1886 and translated by Sandy Petrey. "Based on the revolution of 1871 and the Paris Commune, this fascinating, semi-autobiographical 19th century novel is the story of the student as revolutionary."
First English language edition, translated from the French.
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Small library stamp FLEP & BLEP, Slight toning, else content appears as unread and unblemished with very Near Fine Blue/gold gilt boards displaying no significant surface/edge wear, as shown. An almost incredible and horrifying and frightening human document, the first extensive factual record I have encountered of the myrida ramifications of the underground activities of world communism, in the autobiography of a man who was part of the system for the better part of a lifetime. "Valtin" was raised to rebellion; his father was a rebel official with the North German Lloyd; the son and mother lived here, there and everywhere, with occasional returns to Germany, their homeland. The son, caught in the horrors of post-war revolution, civil war, famine and inflation, succumbed to the urgency of action and became enmeshed in Communistic activities, and was sent to the waterfront to foment uprisings, strikes, civil war. His activities took him away from Germany, and back again,… Read More

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If Benjamin Franklin had completed his autobiography, it would have born close resemblance to this superb biography, for Carl Van Doren has brought together all extant material from Franklin's pen, journals, letters, miscellaneous writings. And he has woven them together so that they create an impression of intimate contemporary records of one of the greatest of Americans. His was a colorful and crowded life. He is known through his autobiography, which covers only his early years as journeyman printer and rising tradesman; and beyond that the extraordinary rounding of a career as diplomat, statesman, scientist, philosopher, man of the world is familiar only in broad outlines. This book fills out the picture, showing him as a moving force in a complex world, a… Read More

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Napoleon ruled the world, but his letters to maman begged her to help him rule his family. What would I find, I wondered, in other letters to mothers written by other despots, by scientists and soldiers, by princesses and poets? The result is, I think, a unique view of many fascinating people.
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Name inscribed FLEP, light toning, else appears as unread, unblemished copy in wraps displaying minor surface/edge/wear, as shown.
A fine and intelligent application of modern, critical methods to great texts of English fiction. It should reward both students and general readers.
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Pictorial Red cloth covered boards. BLEP displays very light, small note, Slight toning, else content appears as unread and unblemished with Near Fine boards displaying minimal surface/edge wear, as shown. Many of my books are from the 19th Century. Books were not written in at that time, instead an index card with info. Am enclosing the one found in this book for you. Enjoy. "I do not know where this little story came from--out of the air, perhaps. One thing is certain, it is not written in any other book, nor is it to be found among the ancient lore of the East. And yet I have never felt as if it were my own. It was a gift, and it seemed to me as if I knew the Giver." --Henry Van DykeLong, long ago, a wise man named Artaban, a priest of the Magi, discerned from heavenly signs that the time was at hand for the fulfillment of an ancient prophecy--the birth among the Hebrews of a holy Prince and Deliverer of Man. Hastening to join three fellow Magi for the long… Read More

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Two glossy photos of author by John Church laid in. Second novel by this award-winning African American writer, set in New York City - a story told by Oliver, now in his twenties, of the strange summer he spent at the Chelsea Hotel. The second comic novel of the African American author of "Ladies of the Rachmaninoff Eyes" and Cited in First Printings of American Authors.
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James Van Praagh is a nationally recognized medium, a frequent guest on television shows who has a two-year waiting list for personal appointments. But now he sets forth on the page his unique insights into the world beyond. Van Praagh's ability to bridge the gap between the physical and spiritual worlds was something he came to terms with slowly. By the time he reached his twenties he finally accepted the fact that he could provide proof of life after death by relaying specific messages containing names, places, and events known only to the people who sought him out--and to the spirits being contacted. He recounts here his experiences in helping grieving people come to terms with the loss of a loved one. The reader shares in many personal and profound stories, such as the devastated mother who finds reason to live after hearing the sweet message from her courageous little girl who had wasted away from AIDS. Or the… Read More

Content appears unopened, unread & unblemished in light blue, cloth covered boards with DJ displaying minor surface/edge wear, sunning to spine, in DJ displaying moderate surface/edge wear as shown. Repaired & reinforced chipping and close tears. Mark Van Doren, Pulitzer prize winning poet, critic, and teacher, looks back in this informal autobiography over sixty- five years of accomplishment and growth. Born on an Illinois farm, his childhood memories are rich in American detail -- his father, a country doctor, intense, loving, devoted; his vigorous and wise mother; and always his brothers, Paul, Frank, Guy, and the oldest, Carl, who distinguished himself intellectually and was a constant source of guidance to Mark. Then there are the twenties, an introduction to New York, at that time a fertile ground for idealists and intellectuals, who were young and strong with the conviction that with hope and language they would set the world in order. It was during this period that… Read More

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Allied agents vs. a super-duper Nazi agent in 1940 England--as Britain and America try to go ahead with Operation "Prometheus", a secret plan to move all of England's gold reserves from London vaults across the Atlantic to US safety. US agent Jonathan Baylor Cabot, working for Allen Dulles and FDR, is sent over to England to stage-manage the secret gold-moves--but first he has to tighten up Allied security. . . by routing out the several German spies at Joe Kennedy's US Embassy. Meanwhile, however, there's already been a major security breach: Berlin knows about the US/UK deal! So super-agent Guderian (Cabot's long-time nemesis), now head of Hitler's secret "Piraten" group (for stealing gold), begins his convoluted schemes to sabotage "Prometheus" --by taking over the identity of a Canadian soldier in France, sneaking over to England in the Dunkirk… Read More

Slight tilt, else appears as unread, unopened copy with laid in Erata Sheet, in DJ displaying surface/edge wear, as shown, with large open tear at heel of spine and front edge.
"In the 1920's, two school board members, also Ku Klux Klan members, tried to fire fifteen teachers & six janitors because they were all Catholics. This is only one of the incidents discussed in this book full of humor & human foibles, progress & educational achievement".
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Minimal library distinctions, pocket removed, LEP's excised, else, appears as unread & unblemished copy in Poly Protected DJ displaying minimal surface/edge wear, as shown.
A very funny book about a special Mom and Dad and their very large family (nine kids at the time of the book, at least one more afterwards). This amazing Mom always tackles the task at hand with good humor and a lot of creativity.
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The Van Leers, who live way out yonder in Montana, already had "wall-to-wall kids" -- eight to be exact -- when they decided to adopt another, an Indian papoose straight off the reservation, by jingy. But there was a wait of several months before B-Day (Baby Day) and Mrs. Van Leer filled up the time by writing this cheery-o account of their big happy family. As you might expect it's full of wet diapers, flu epidemics, family fishing excursions, potty training, children's pets, and kitchen spillages. Also, it's full of cornball puns, for which Mrs. Van Leer… Read More

Content appears as unread & unblemished in black boards displaying no significant surface/edge wear. About the Book: By the lights of absolutely everyone who ever knew her, Katie Autry never harmed a hair on a dog's head.She came from a tiny village in Kentucky. The State moved her as a child into a foster home in a town so small it had one stoplight. New to her own beauty and a little awkward, Katie had the biggest smile on her high school cheerleading squad. In September 2002, she matriculated as a freshman at Western Kentucky University in Bowling Green. She majored in the dental program, but as it was for many college students her age, partying was of equal priority. She worked days at the smoothie shop, nights at the local strip club, and fell in love with a football player who wouldn't date her.Five feet two in heels and without a bad word to say about anyone, Katie Autry was sweet, kind, and utterly naïve. She was making the clumsy strides of a newborn colt,… Read More

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Deadly Family Secrets Were Hidden Behind The Sin!
Murder was a very rare crime in Sikeston, Missouri. But then, Leah Graves, the victim, was a very rare woman. She was the town everything: beauty, athlete, scholar, Cotton Bowl queen, spoiled brat, and royal bitch. Even her daddy, the richest, most powerful man in town couldn't control her.
Leah knew at a young age how she affected men. She certainly had her father wrapped around her little finger and only laughed when he tried to warn her that someone as pretty as she was would cause members of the opposite sex to want to do things... sinful things. Murder Mystery
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Content appears as new, unopened, unread and unblemished with fine light tan/ivory boards with DJ displaying no significant surface/edge wear, as shown. (Tiny ink mark on face) About the book: Harlow and Sage (and Indiana) is richly illustrated with more than 125 stunning images of the highly photogenic pups who have taken social media by storm.Once upon a time, Harlow's best friend was her older sister, Sage, a thoughtful and loving miniature Dachshund. Harlow and Sage had a shared love for many things, including Christmas presents and the legendary Meryl Streep. They played together, cuddled together, and shared their deepest secrets, until September 2013, when, sadly, it was Sage's time to retire to the doggie palace in the sky. Shortly after Sage's passing, Harlow's parents came home with Indiana, a Dachshund puppy with a killer sense of humor. It took a little getting used to, but after a few months of showing Indiana the ropes, Harlow began to recognize that a new… Read More