James parke (93 Ergebnisse)

Zustand: Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Hardcover. Zustand: Like New. First Edition. First Edition, First Printing. Published by University of Nebraska Press, 1989. Octavo. Hardcover. Book is like new. Dust jacket is like new.

hardcover. Zustand: Used-Very Good. Annotated edition. Cloth, d.j., in an acetate cover. Some shelf-wear. Else clean copy.

Hardcover. Zustand: Fine. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Near Fine. 1st Edition. Fine copy in hardcover with near fine jacket.

Softcover. Zustand: Fine. 48 pp., 8vo, card wrapper. Originally launched under the title "Writers' Workshop" in 1967, followed by two other variant names, this periodical continued to appear until 1981. Fine copy. Miller & Price D533.

Zustand: New. In English.

First Edition. Fine cloth copy in a near-fine, very slightly edge-nicked and dust-dulled dw, now mylar-sleeved. Remains particularly and surprisingly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and strong.; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; 280 pages; Description: xxxi, 280 p. : ill. ; 24 cm. Subjects: Parke, Charles Ross, 1823-1908 --Diaries. Pioneers --West (U.S.) --Diaries. California --United States --Description and travel. Summary: With a high sense of adventure and even higher hope of profit, Dr. Charles Ross Parke joined the gold seekers streaming toward California in the spring of 1849. A resident of Whiteside Country, Illinois, he formed a small company and headed west to the Great Platte River Road. Other forty-niners kept diaries of daily events on the trail, but Dr. Parke's is unusual in its scope and detail. Edited and annotated by James E. Davis and published for the first times, Dreams to Dust: A Diary of the California Gold Rush, 1849-1850 reveals an anthropologist's curiosity about Indians and their culture, a young man's eye for the ladies, a sociologist's sense of the roles people play, a politician's instincts for the art of governance, and a doctor's view of the cholera pandemic along the trail. 1 Kg. …

Annotated edition. Dustjacket slightly shelf worn with small tear on top outer edge of front cover. The book is clean, bright, unmarked and tightly bound. A very nice copy. Used - Very Good. VG hardback in VG dust jacket.

1st edition. 8vo. [xxxiii] + 280pp. B/w. illustrations. Original boards. Pictorial d/w. with black title patch lettered in white to spine, slightly rubbed to edges. ISBN 0803236743 US$15.

paperback. Zustand: Fair. Poor Condition; 1898; tan paper covers; covers are soiled, stained and heavily worn; front cover nearly detached; bottom edge of second half of pages is stained; loose front endpaper; 89 pages; 4to, 9 3/4" to 12" tall.

Zustand: New. In English.

hardcover. Zustand: Very Good.

Zustand: New. In English.

Zustand: New. In English.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware.

Zustand: New.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. To ensure a quality reading experience, this work has been proofread and republished using a format that seamlessly blends the original graphical elements with text in an easy-to-read typeface.We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Zustand: New.

HRD. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Journey through a day in 1861 Pontiac, Michigan: Meet society elites, business pioneers, and a runaway slave-all on the cusp of change.In a thriving community undergoing rapid modernization, where the conveniences of new inventions meld with the traditions of the pioneering days, an upcoming outdoor reception becomes the talk of the town. The season's first social engagement, hosted by a prominent family, promises reunions, romances, and the tantalizing whiff of gossip.But it's not just about the elite. As an out-of-town visitor strolls through Pontiac's heart, you'll encounter a remarkable spectrum of its denizens. From a business-savvy woman and a sharp-witted newspaper editor to a courageous runaway slave seeking a fresh start, their stories unfold with an authenticity that tugs at the heartstrings.Drawing from deep-rooted genealogical and historical research, James Parke deftly crafts an immersive journey into an era teetering between old-world charm and new-age aspirations. Through his evocative narrative you'll find yourself resonating with the dreams, dilemmas, and desires of Pontiac's residents, realizing that their struggles and joys mirror the essence of human existence.Perfect for fans of historical fiction and those intrigued by the complexities of human relationships, Spirit of Modern Times is more than just a novel. It's an intimate exploration of a community at the cusp of change, a reflection on the universality of human experiences, and a testament to the indomitable spirit of progress. Dive in and discover a world where every day is a dance between tradition and transformation. Don't just read history-live it.…

HRD. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Zustand: New. In English.