This is a brand-new book and there are no flaws to report. In this masterful novel Burke proves himself both a brilliant storyteller and a prose stylist who ranks with the best in America. James Lee Burke's novels featuring the detective David Robicheaux have brought increasing numbers of readers to the dangerous streets of New Orleans and the surrounding bayou country of Louisiana. It is very true when the Washington Post says "He makes you feel the laden air pressing close, smell the peculiar sweetness of banana trees and stagnant water, taste boudin and fried shrimp'. His books are so atmos... View More...
This volume is in fine condition and a great example of this James Lee Burke novel. The dust-jacket is also in very fine condition and it is not price-clipped. It is a First Edition and a First Printing. It is signed directly on the title page by Mr. Burke. This is one of the novels in the 'Dave Robicheaux' series. Each novel stands alone and they do not have to be read in the order in which they were published. James Lee Burke stands head and shoulders over most writers of mysteries and thrillers. His method of writing is almost lyrical at times and his books are examples of Fine modern Liter... View More...
This is a Very Fine copy of one of James Lee Burke's Finest novels. It is a First Edition and a First Printing. It is signed by James Lee Burke directly on the title page. James Lee Burke's novels featuring the detective David Robicheaux have brought increasing numbers of readers to the dangerous streets of New Orleans and the surrounding bayou country. It is very true when the Washington Post says "He makes you feel the laden air pressing close, smell the peculiar sweetness of banana trees and stagnant water, taste boudin and fried shrimp". His books are so atmospheric that they really do evo... View More...
This book is brand new and is in Very Fine condition. All corners are square and the textblock and binding are perfect. The dustjacket is also Very Fine and it is not price-clipped. James Lee Burke's novels featuring Billy Bob Holland contain wonderful writing as well as action and suspense. In his last novel featuring this character, Bitterroot, the former Texas Ranger left his home state to help a friend that was threatened by the most dangerous sociopath that Billy Bob had ever faced. After succeeding in that case Billy moved his family to west Montana to start his law practice. But in The ... View More...
This is a First Edition Advance copy. It precedes the First Edition printing and is much more rare than the First Edition. If you have not yet read a James Lee Burke novel, this is a great place to start. He is very Collectible. James Lee Burke stands head and shoulders over most writers of mysteries and thrillers. His method of writing is almost lyrical at times and his books are examples of Fine modern Literature and not simply mysteries. He has written almost thirty previous novels. Jolie Blon's Bounce is is one of his best. View More...
James Lee Burke is one of our finest modern writers. Anyone who has read him will probably know that he stands head and shoulders above most of the contemporary writers. His works are not only fun to read but they are fine literature. He has been called "America's Best Novelist" as well as "A poet of the mystery novel". He is also the recipient of two Edgar Awards for best crime fiction of the year. Mr Burke has announced that he will no longer be doing book signings so his signed first editions are now in higher demand. A beautiful teenage girl is killed, the victim of a particularly savage r... View More...
James Lee Burke is one of our finest living novelists. His books are not just mysteries. They are written in a literary style that is both unique and beautiful. If you have not read Burke I highly recommend him to you. This book was acquired in the author's home town of New Iberia, Louisiana, deep in Cajun country. This is a Dave Robicheaux novel and it is the First edition and First printing. This is the fourth Robicheaux novel. Robicheaux is a main and continuing character in many of the novels of James Lee Burke. This is a most accomplished and action-packed novel. This book is in excellent... View More...
James Lee Burke is one of our finest living novelists. His books are not just mysteries. They are written in a literary style that is both unique and beautiful. If you have not read Burke I highly recommend him to you. This book was acquired in the author's home town of New Iberia, Louisiana, deep in Cajun country. The book is in Very Fine condition and is signed by the author directly on the title page. All corners are square and the dustjacket is in Very Fine condition as well. It is not Price-clipped. The story involves a man named Hackberry Holland who has become sheriff of a tiny Texas to... View More...
This book is brand new and is in Very Fine condition. All corners are square and the textblock and binding are perfect. The dustjacket is also Very Fine and it is not price-clipped. James Lee Burke's novels featuring the detective David Robicheaux have brought increasing numbers of readers to the dangerous streets of New Orleans and the surrounding bayou country. It is very true when the Washington Post says "He makes you feel the laden air pressing close, smell the peculiar sweetness of banana trees and stagnant water, taste boudin and fried shrimp. James Lee Burke is first a novelist and sec... View More...
This volume is in Very Fine condition and a beautiful example of this James Lee Burke novel. The dust-jacket is also in Very Fine condition and it is not price-clipped. It is a First Edition and a First Printing. It is signed directly on the otherwise blank page following the ffep page by Mr. Burke. This is one of the novels in the 'Dave Robicheaux' series. Each novel stands alone and they do not have to be read in the order in which they were published. James Lee Burke stands head and shoulders over most writers of mysteries and thrillers. His method of writing is almost lyrical at times and ... View More...
James Lee Burke is one of our finest living novelists. His books are not just mysteries and this work is completely different. His books are written in a literary style that is both unique and beautiful. This novel is somewhat unusual for Mr. Burke. The volume was acquired in Burke's hometown of New Iberia, Louisiana from the bookstore that he so often mentions in his novels. The book is signed by the author directly on the title page. This is the First United Kingdom Edition as well as the First printing and seems to be fairly scarce. The book is brand new and in very fine condition. The dust... View More...
This book Extrapolates the philosophy of Confucius and applies it to modern times. It was Written by a former Mathematics teacher with parents as well as their children in mind. It was Signed and dated for me by the author at the Fort Worth bookshow in October 2005. This volume is in as new condition and it is in a trade paperback (large) format. Readable and informative this volume can be a life-changing experience. The author says in his preface that "In the dawn of a new millenium, we stand at a fork in the road. One path leads to conflict and turmoil and has already destroyed the World Tra... View More...
In a beautifully rendered portrait, ex-president Jimmy Carter remembers the Christmas days of his Plains boyhood. Memories such as his father's egg-nog, community gift-giving, the school Nativity pageant, the fireworks, and the children's house decorations. This is the First edition and First printing of this wonderful little book and it is signed by President Carter directly on the title page. This work would make a wonderful gift or a very nice addition to a book collection. It is in as new condition. Illustrated by Amy Carter. View More...
Just Reduced! This Beautiful and Very Fine two volume set is a descriptive catalog of the Library accumulated by famed collector C.H.Clarke. It is a Privately Printed Limited Edition of 100 copies and and this copy is number 8. The books are gorgeously bound in three-quarter leather over marbled boards with Fine endpapers of marbled design that match the covers.The books are Royal quarto in size (quite large) and the endpapers are hand-painted.. There are sewn in silk bookribbons and the ribbon in volume one is unattached but fully present. The spines are leather and are decorated profusely in... View More...
This book is New and has never been read. It is in very fine condition and it makes a great presentation. The novel, which was a New York Times bestseller, is a true epic of the 'Fantastical'. At 782 pages this is a large volume. The book is signed and dated by the author directly on the title page. The year is 1806. England is at war with Napoleon and it has been hundreds of years since practical magic has faded into the nation's past. But scholars suddenly discover that one practicing magician still remains, the reclusive Mr. Norrell. Challenged to demonstrate his powers, Norrell causes the ... View More...
Here we have a great item for the Artemis Fowl collector. The UK First Editions and First Printings of the first Three books in series. The titles are: Artemis Fowl, Artemis Fowl;The Arctic Incident, and Artemis Fowl;The Eternity Code. The books are each beautifully signed on the title page and they are in Very Fine unread condition. Included with the set is the original contest flyer that was issued with the first volume. There is much buzz in the book trade regarding these titles. Although these books were primarily written for young adults, as in the case of Harry Potter they can also be en... View More...
This volume is the first book in the Artemis Fowl Series. This volume begins the fantastic adventures of Artemis Fowl. It is a true young persons classic. It was printed in the UK in 2001 and it has become more scarce over time. It is a true first edition and first printing. It is in very fine condition and the author has signed the book directly on a small bookplate securely attached to the title page. The volume is as clean and crisp as the day it was published and it has never been read. The book also includes the promotional Contest flyer that was originally issued with the book and an ori... View More...
This book is in Fine condition and is Signed by the author directly on the title page. Mr. Connelly is the best-selling author of "Void Moon" and "Bloodwork". He has won an Edgar Award as well as the Nero Wolfe prize. View More...
Robin Cook is the author of many Medical suspense novels and Shock is another fine example of his talent at work. Two women who are grad students respond to a campus newspaper ad that promises to solve their financial problems. The advertiser is an exclusive, highly profitable fertility clinic that is willing to pay top dollar to a few attractive, slim, athletic Ivy-League egg donors. With the money from the clinic the women's circumstances change dramatically. They splurge on an extended trip to Venice. When they return they cannot resist the urge to check out the fate of their donated eggs a... View More...
Robin Cook is a Master of the Medical Suspense novel and all of his books will keep you on the edge of your chair. This is a novel of a bio-terrorist event in the United States. The unthinkable becomes frightening reality. Experts do not question whether such an attack will occur in the United States, they only question when it will occur. This is a gut-wrenching story. View More...
