Search Results: Titles starting with M from Books Tell You Why, Inc.

New York: MacMillan Publishing Co. , Inc.. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1974. Third Printing. Cloth. 0027424804 . A Fine Later Printing in a Fine dust-jacket ; M. C. Higgins, the Great is the story of one man's journey from rags to riches and back again. Born into poverty on a small island in the Caribbean, Higgins learns early on that hard work and determination are the only ways to succeed. In this inspiring story, Higgins shows us the importance of faith, family, and friendship, and the power of self-belief. With its lively narrative and stirring characters, M. C. Higgins, the Great is a celebration of the human spirit and an unforgettable story of triumph over adversity.; 8vo; 278 pages .

[s. I. ]: Portfolio Press. Very Good+ in Very Good+ dust jacket. 1992. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0942620135 . A first edition/first printing in Very Good+ condition with very little soiling to the boards and some denting around the edges in an alike dust-jacket with some scuffing; is a book of photographs of Hummel, taken by M.I.The M.I. Hummel Album is a book of photographs of Hummel, taken by M.I. It is a fascinating look into the life and work of one of the most famous and celebrated sculptors of our time.; 4to; 320 pages .

New York: Henry Holt. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1996. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0805036377 . First edition/first printing in Near Fine condition with cocked spine and lightly soiled bottom edge in alike dust-jacket with minimal edgewear; Sue Grafton's heroine Kinsey Millhone finds a missing heir to a family fortune, feuding leads to murder. Kinsey's own hang-ups ... Give her insight into the emotional war games families play. Obtain the complete Alphabet Series, signed 1st/1st in Fine condition with completion guarantee at a 20% reduced price compared to individual titles; 8vo; [xiv], 300, [6] pages; FSA .

New York: Henry Holt and Company. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1996. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0805036377 . A very nice first edition/first printing in Fine condition in alike dust jacket. SIGNED by author Sue Grafton directly on the title page; Kinsey Milhone is hired by three Malek brothers to look for Guy, the missing son and partial heir to a huge fortune. Soon after she finds him, he is murdered. In her investigations, Kinsey learns about the disrupted life of the Malek family during the 1970s. Obtain the complete Alphabet Series, signed 1st/1st in Fine condition with completion guarantee at a 20% reduced price compared to individual titles; 8vo; [xiv], 300, [6] pages; Signed by Author .

New York: Henry Holt and Company. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1996. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0805036377 . An attractive first edition/first printing in unread Fine condition in alike dust-jacket; Published in the same month as the author's untimely death at age 27; 8vo; [xiv], 300, [6] pages .

New York: Henry Holt and Company. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1996. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0805036377 . A gorgeous first edition/first printing in Fine condition with minor soiling to bottom edge in alike dust-jacket; Sue Grafton's heroine Kinsey Millhone finds a missing heir to a family fortune, feuding leads to murder. Kinsey's own hang-ups ... Give her insight into the emotional war games families play. Obtain the complete Alphabet Series, signed 1st/1st in Fine condition with completion guarantee at a 20% reduced price compared to individual titles; 8vo; 300 pages; FSA .

New York: Henry Holt and Company. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1996. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0805036377 . A first printing of the first edition with little blemishing in Fine condition, housed in a like dust-jacket; In this novel, Kinsey Millhone is a private detective in Santa Teresa. She has a knack for finding clues and solving mysteries.; 8vo; 300 pages .

New York: Henry Holt and Company. Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1996. Offprint; First Printing. Hardcover. 0805036377 . A Fine first edition/first printing in a Near Fine dust-jacket with some edgewear; In "M" is for Malice, Sue Grafton introduces readers to Kinsey Millhone, an expert in the art of solving crimes. Kinsey is a lone wolf who is not afraid to work alone, and she always brings her tenacity and sharp Observation to her cases.; 8vo; 300 pages .

New York: Harmony Books. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1988. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0517568691 . An attractive first edition/first printing in Fine condition with minor foxing to page edges, and bookseller's sticker to front flyleaf in alike dust-jacket with light edgewear; In this hilarious and heartwarming family romance, two estranged brothers, both healers, must reunite in order to save their ailing mother. As they journey across the country, they must balance their responsibilities as parents with the bonds of family. Along the way, they learn the true meaning of love and forgiveness.; 8vo; 214 pages .

Baltimore, MD: The John Hopkins University Press. Fine. 1992. First Edition; First Printing. Softcover. The December 1992 edition of MLN, Volume 107, No. 5 in Fine condition. From the personal library of Eco bibliographer James Contursi; Special Section coverage in the Modern Language Notes (MLN) of Eco's legendary Foucault's Pendulum on pages 819-892, "Swinging the Pendulum" , including contributions of Umberto Eco, Carl A. Rubino, Victoria V. Vernon, Robert Artigiani, Theresa Coletti, and Alicia Juarrero; 8vo; vi, 819-1112, [20] pages .

New York: Simon and Schuster. Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1982. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0671240625 . A handsome first edition/first printing in Fine condition in Near Fine price-clipped dust-jacket; This book is about General Douglas MacArthur and his time in Korea during the Korean War. It covers his strategies and tactics, as well as the political and military background of the war.; Remainder; B & W Illustrations; 8vo; 256 pages .

Gainesville, FL: University of Florida Libraries. Fine+. 1988. First Edition; First Printing. Cloth. 0929595009 . A most attractive first edition/first printing in Very Fine condition; The comprehensive bibliography of the work of John D. MacDonald; 8vo; xii, 219, [1] pages .

New York: Doubleday. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1984. Advance Review Copy. Hardcover. Macallister is a gripping and heart-wrenching story of love and loss. Tragedy strikes when Macallister's wife, Emma, dies in a car accident. Devastated, Macallister turns to drink to cope. He spends the next few years lost in a haze of self-pity and alcohol. In the process, he loses his job, his home, and most importantly, his wife. Emma's death has left Macallister a broken man. When he's offered a job in a remote Scottish island, Macallister jumps at the chance to start over. He's looking forward to a new beginning, but soon realizes that the island is haunted by the ghosts of Emma and his past. As Macallister begins to heal, he realizes that Emma was more than just his wife. She was his best friend and confidante. And in the end, she was the only thing that kept him from going completely mad.; 8vo; $6.50 .

New York: Doubleday. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1984. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. A Fine first printing of the first edition in alike dust-jacket; At first, Macallister seems like your typical, lovable, Scottish guy. He's funny, kind, and always up for a good time. But Macallister has a dark side - one that he keeps hidden from everyone, especially his girlfriend, Fiona.One night, after a long night of drinking, Macallister goes to a party and starts getting rough with Fiona. When she screams for help, he beats her so badly that she can't walk. Macallister doesn't know what to do - he's never hurt anyone before.Fiona goes to the hospital, and Macallister goes to jail. He's devastated that he's responsible for her injuries, and he wishes he could take them back.After serving his time, Macallister tries to move on. He starts working at his father's garage and starts to make new friends. But he can't stop thinking about Fiona, and the way he hurt… Read More

Chicago: Moody Press. Fine. 1994. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. 0802407595 . A Fine first printing of the first edition; W.The MacArthur New Testament Commentary Acts 1-12 is an indispensible resource for students and pastors who want to understand and apply the gospel of Jesus Christ in the context of the first century. The commentary is written by MacArthur, one of the most respected New Testament scholars in the world, and features a comprehensive introduction, topical outline, and commentary on each chapter.; 8vo; 341 pages .

New York: Alfred A. Knopf. Very Good+ in Good+ dust jacket. 1956. First Edition; First Printing. Cloth. First edition/first printing in Very Good+ condition with rubbing to the boards and sunning to the pages in a Good+ dust-jacket with chipping and tearing; This book tells the story of General Douglas Macarthur from his early years as a soldier through his many military campaigns in the Philippines and South Pacific. Macarthur's rendezvou with history is evident in his determination and bravery in the face of overwhelming odds. Whitney's description of Macarthur's life and times make for compelling reading.; 8vo; 547 pages; FSA .

New York: Donald I. Fine, Inc.. Very Good in Very Good dust jacket. 1985. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0917657101 . First edition/first printing in Very Good condition with soiled edges and lightly bumped corners in alike dust-jacket with edgewear and a few small closed tears; Set against the backdrop of the dramatic casino boom of the 1990s, Macau tells the story of three families: the wealthy Cheungs, the ambitious Lambs, and the Cantonese Guo. As the casinos boom and bust, the three families are swept up in a frenzy of wealth and power, love and betrayal. Daniel Carney's unsparingly observant novel captures the highs and lows of Macau's glittering but also dangerous culture.; 8vo; FSA .

Boston, New York, Chicago, Atlanta, And San Francisco: Allyn and Bacon. Near Fine. 1924. Hardcover. An edition in near fine condition. The cover is clean with gilt lettering. There is a signature of a previous owner on the front endpage; This is a book about the life and work of the British Prime Minister, Sir Robert Walpole, and one of his contemporaries, the British writer and statesman, Samuel Johnson. The book is written in the form of a long essay, and is based on a speech that Walpole gave in 1745. It is a scathing critique of Johnson, and is one of the most famous essays in literary history.; 16mo; 224 pages .

Chicago & London: The University of Chicago Press. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1995. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0226503682 . A Nearly Fine first Printing of the First Edition that has some white soiling to the spine in an edgeworn like dust-jacket; This book is about the life and teachings of Niccolo Machiavelli. It covers his life, his teachings on politics and how to be a successful ruler, and his thoughts on morality.; 8vo; 371 pages; Price? ? ? .

New York: Dutton/Lawrence. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1984. First Edition; First Printing. Hardcover. A Fine first printing of the first edition in alike dust-jacket; Author's first novel; 8vo; $10.00 .