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This well-preserved hardcover is near fine, no marks, pages are tight and unmarked, the book is tight, square, and unmarked. The dust jacket is near fine, and the boards match the design of the dust jacket. Der Weiße Wolf by Käthe Recheis, illustrated by Stuart Mathews, is a children's or young adult novel that draws from mythology and folklore, which is common in Recheis' works. Käthe Recheis was an Austrian writer known for her stories inspired by Native American culture, legends, and themes of nature, and humanity's connection to animals. This novel continues her tradition of weaving timeless themes into a captivating story for young readers.
This rare, beautiful first edition is in immaculate, pristine condition, making it highly collectible. The dust jacket is near fine, pages are tight and appear unread. Red cloth and white lettering on the spine of the book. National Velvet is a classic novel by British author Enid Bagnold, first published in 1935. The story follows 14-year-old Velvet Brown, a young English girl with a passion for horses, who wins a spirited horse in a village raffle and decides to train him to compete in the Grand National steeplechase, one of the most challenging horse races in the world. Velvet, with her determination and the support of her family and a former jockey named Mi Taylor, disguises herself as a boy to enter the race. National Velvet has remained a beloved story, celebrated for its depiction of a young girl breaking barriers. It was adapted into a highly successful 1944 film starring Elizabeth Taylor as Velvet and Mickey Rooney as Mi Taylor, which brought widespread attention to the story.
This beautiful first edition is near fine, the book is tight, square, and unmarked.The dust jacket is in like-new condition, a former library book but pages are tight and unmarked. Yellow cloth and gilt lettering on the spine of the book. Ursula K. Le Guin was a distinguished author known for her contributions to science fiction and fantasy literature. Her works often explore complex social and ethical issues, earning her numerous accolades, including multiple Hugo and Nebula Awards. Her storytelling is celebrated for its imaginative world-building and insightful examination of human nature. Gifts stands as a testament to Le Guin's mastery in blending fantasy elements with profound philosophical inquiries, making it a compelling read for both young adults and adults alike. The narrative is set in the Uplands, a remote and impoverished region where certain families possess hereditary magical abilities, known as gifts. These gifts range from summoning animals to causing destruction.
This beautiful first edition is in like-new condition. The pages are tight and unmarked, with a sticker on the first page of the book. In 'The End', the orphans find themselves shipwrecked on a mysterious island, led by a man known only as Ishmael.
This beautiful edition is in near fine condition. The pages are tight and unmarked, and the book is tight and square, with an inscription on the first page. The dust jacket is unmarked. Black Beauty is a novel by Anna Sewell, published in 1877. Although originally intended for those working with horses to promote humane treatment, it has become a classic of children's literature. The book was an immediate success and remains one of the most beloved novels of all time. It was Sewell’s only work, written during the final years of her life.