Search Results: Titles starting with U from Eureka Books

Drzavna Zalozba Slovenije, 1962. First Edition. Hardcover. Very Good. Three volumes. Translated by Boris Verbic. First edition (first printing). All three volumes are very good copy in very good dust jackets.

U. S. Coast and Geodetic Survey, 1852. First Edition. Trade Paperback. Map, 17 x 13.5 inches inside borders; sheet size, 21.75 x 20.25 inches. Soundings are expressed in fathoms. Relief shown in hachures. First edition (first printing). Very good copy. Previously folded Scattered foxing and tanning especially near map borders and titles.

U. S. Coastal Survey, 1854. First Edition. Map. 1854 map, single sheet, 14.5 x 19.75 inches, with individual harbor maps inside borders, 14 x 17.6 inches. First edition (first printing). Very good copy. Previously folded, some slight tanning along fold edges. Border on left partially missing.

Progress Publishers, 1986. First Edition. Hardcover. Near Fine. 221 pages. Translated from the Russian. With 'critical analysis of the emergence and evolution of the US military doctrine, tracing the development of the various military strategies' since the second world war. First english language edition (first printing). Near fine in a near fine dust jacket.

1941. Ephemera. A single sheet of ribbon-copy typescript on U.S.S. Arizona letterhead. It is not known to this cataloguer if this is simply a transcript of an Amos 'n' Andy sketch heard on the radio or if it was written by a member of the Arizona crew. That the sketch is quite funny (without the racial humor) argues for this to be a transcript; that it contains an abortion joke suggests otherwise. In this short sketch Andy reveals to Amos that he and Madam Queen have been having 'recourse' and that Queen has not 'demonstrated' for three months. A doctor told Andy that she is 'fragrant' and needs to go to a 'fraternity house,' but Andy doesn't know what that is. Amos explains: 'A fraternity house is where dey takes people dat is fragrant and fix dem up so's dey can demonstrate again and put 'em in shape for recourse again.' Private maternity houses, in the late 1920s or early 1930s, when this was written, were places where a woman could give birth if she wasn't married. However, such places were often… Read More

R.R. Bowker Company, 1954. Hardcover. 656 pages. First edition (first printing). A very good copy in dark blue cloth covers. Covers with edge and corner wear. Hinges cracked. No dust jacket.

Avid Reader Press / Simon & Schuster, 2023. Hardcover. A new copy. "One of the rare books on the topic that manages to be both entertaining and factually grounded." --The Wall Street Journal From the bestselling author of Raven Rock, The Only Plane in the Sky, and Watergate (finalist for the Pulitzer Prize in history) comes the first comprehensive and eye-opening exploration of our government's decades-long quest to solve one of humanity's greatest mysteries: Are we alone in the universe? For as long as we have looked to the skies, the question of whether life on earth is the only life to exist has been at the core of the human experience, driving scientific debate and discovery, shaping spiritual belief, and prompting existential thought across borders and generations. It's one of our culture's favorite conversations, and yet, the idea of extraterrestrial intelligence has been largely banished to the realm of fantasy and conspiracy. Now, for the first time, the full story of our national obsession… Read More

Daniel Burgess & Co, 1854. Map. Single page, handcolored maps of less popular states.

Simon Pulse, 2011. Trade Paperback. A new copy. Soon to be a major motion picture streaming on Netflix! The first installment of Scott Westerfeld's New York Times bestselling and award-winning Uglies series--a global phenomenon that started the dystopian trend. Tally is about to turn sixteen, and she can't wait. In just a few weeks she'll have the operation that will turn her from a repellent ugly into a stunningly attractive pretty. And as a pretty, she'll be catapulted into a high-tech paradise where her only job is to have fun. But Tally's new friend Shay isn't sure she wants to become a pretty. When Shay runs away, Tally learns about a whole new side of the pretty world--and it isn't very pretty. The authorities offer Tally a choice: find her friend and turn her in, or never turn pretty at all. Tally's choice will change her world forever.

Hal Leonard, 2016. Trade Paperback. Very good paperback copy. (Ukulele). All it takes is a ukulele and 5 chords to play these 50 great tunes: Come to My Window * Cups (When I'm Gone) * Garden Party * I Bet My Life * Island in the Sun * Meet Virginia * Mr. Jones * Please Come to Boston * Redemption Song * Some Nights * Stay * The Times They Are A-Changin' * We Didn't Start the Fire * Who'll Stop the Rain * Yellow Submarine * and many more. Includes melody line, chord diagrams and lyrics.

David Nutt, 1912. First Edition. Trade Paperback. 38 pages. The author's first book, a collection of poems, several of which incorporate traditional Irish lyrics. Somewhat uncommon. Gregory was part of the Irish literature revival in the early 20th century and a noted church architect. First edition (first printing). Very good in wrappers (paperback). Wrappers tanned, as usual. Neat owners name on half-title, dated 1923.

DK ADULT, 1994. Hardcover. A very good copy in a very good dust jacket. Whether you want to see inside a volcano, understand every component of an engine, or learn the difference between a stegosaurus and a stegoceras, the "Ultimate Visual Dictionary" will reveal all. Presenting a huge range of information from a unique perspective, with more than 33,000 terms explained and expertly annotated, the "Visual Dictionary" allows readers to analyze a multitude of objects in unparalleled detail.

Adams Media, 2019. Trade Paperback. A new copy. Improve your RPG campaign with this comprehensive and interactive guide to making the most out of your gaming experience. Whatever RPG game you play, from D&D to Call of Cthulu to licensed games like Star Wars, every detail is important. From setting the scene to choosing the right music or even adjusting the lighting to create the right atmosphere, every choice helps maximize your gaming experience. The Ultimate RPG Gameplay Guide provides practical advice for everything from pre-game preparations and in-game improvisation to working out a plan of attack with your teammates to learning how to lean into the setting of your game. Including instructions, prompts, and activities, it offers everything you need for successful, fun role-playing with your friends every time you play. Create hours of narrative and make the most out of your storytelling skills by setting the perfect scene for your adventure. Whether you need advice on your character or working… Read More

Hermes 2, 2000. Hardcover. Healthy eating doesn''t have to be boring or tasteless as this book reveals. Using colourful pictures and step-by-step instructions, it features over 400 recipes, over half of which contain less than five grammes of fat per helping.'

Marvel Comics, 2005. First Edition. Hardcover. Near Fine. First edition (first printing). Near fine in a near fine dust jacket. Minor edge wear. In The Fantastic, witness the beginnings of the Four - Reed Richards, Johnny Storm, Susan Storm, and Ben Grimm - super-hero icons for the new century! When high-school genius Reed enrolls at a secret government-sponsored school for the most gifted minds in the world, he unwittingly embarks on the journey of a lifetime! In Doom, Reed and his friends must learn to adapt to their amazing new situation. But before they can even begin to get accustomed, former classmate Victor Van Damme - who was transformed by the same experiment as the Fantastic Four - returns to exact his revenge!

DK ADULT, 1991. Hardcover. A very good used copy in a very good dust jacket. "Truly remarkable in that it is one of the most complete and well-illustrated breed compendiums to date. It should fit into every equestrian's library". --Horse Illustrated

Creative Homeowner, 2007. Trade Paperback. Very good in wrappers (paperback). This volume is an indispensable reference for anyone wanting to enhance the look of their garden by adding a gazebo or other outdoor structure. Readers will find information on everything they need to know, from picking the perfect location for their structure to choosing the right materials to suit their needs and tastes.

Ballantine Books, 2002. Trade Paperback. Ultimate Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams Travel through the galaxy with Arthur Dent (after the earth has been destroyed to make room for a hyperspace bypass) as he learns that the most valuable item for a hitchhiker is a towel, visits the restaurant at the end of the universe, and learns to fly in The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy series compiled into one volume. A new copy. In one complete volume, here are the five classic novels from Douglas Adams's beloved Hitchhiker series. Now celebrating the pivotal 42nd anniversary of The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, soon to be a Hulu original series! The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy (Nominated as one of America's best-loved novels by PBS's The Great American Read) Seconds before the Earth is demolished for a galactic freeway, Arthur Dent is saved by Ford Prefect, a researcher for the revised Guide. Together they stick out their thumbs to the stars and begin a wild journey through time… Read More

Continental, 1967. Trade Paperback. 8 pages. B/W illustrations. Film starring Milo O'Shea, Barbara Jefford, Maurice Roeves, T. P McKenna and Anna Manahan. 11 x 16.5 inches. First edition (first printing). Very good copy. Covers mildly soiled and scuffed and foxed.

Dark Horse, 2019. Trade Paperback.