Willa Cather

Light Paperback (1 lb or less)

Colorado

The reminiscences of a New York lawyer, Jim Burden, about his boyhood in Nebraska, particularly a young Bohemian girl named Antonia Shimerda, are set against the backdrop of the American assimilation of immigrants. Reader's Guide available. Reissue.

My Antonia

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Heavy Hardcover (2 to 4 lbs)

Connecticut

Civilizations of the Nile Valley from Pharaohs to Farmers

A highly illustrated book that presents one of history's most remarkable civilizations. It explores how ancient Egyptian society was organized, everyday life, religion, mythology, art, and more. It includes over 250 gorgeous photographs of art, artefacts and architecture plus striking 3D illustrations. This beautifully designed and accessible reference book will appeal to readers of all ages.

Ancient Egypt

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Hardcover (1 to 2 lbs)

A Kentucky Alphabet

Mary Ann McCabe Riehle offers readers, young and old, the opportunity to take a horseback ride through the rich history and beautiful landscape of the Bluegrass State. From A to Z, McCabe Riehle's rhyming verse and interesting sidebar text will impart unique facts about Kentucky's spirited heritage, while Wes Burgiss' colorful illustrations are the next best thing to actually spending a week or two exploring the great state yourself.

B Is for Bluegrass

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E. B. White

Texas

English

The only style manual ever to appear on the best-seller lists offers practical, fundamental advice on improving writing skills, promoting a style marked by simplicity, orderliness, and sincerity.

The Elements of Style

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Light Hardcover (1 lb or less)

Cornerstones of Freedom (HC)

The Story of the Declaration of Independence

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My #65533;ntonia, by Willa Cather, is part of the Barnes & Noble Classics [http://www.barnesandnoble.com/classics/index.asp'z=y&cds2Pid=16447&sLinkPrefix] series, which offers quality editions at affordable prices to the student and the general reader, including new scholarship, thoughtful design, and pages of carefully crafted extras. Here are some of the remarkable features of Barnes & Noble Classics:
 * New introductions commissioned from today's top writers and scholars
 * Biographies of the authors
 * Chronologies of contemporary historical, biographical, and cultural events
 * Footnotes and endnotes
 * Selective discussions of imitations, parodies, poems, books, plays, paintings, operas, statuary, and films inspired by the work
 * Comments by other famous authors
 * Study questions to challenge the reader's viewpoints and expectations
 * Bibliographies for further reading
 * Indices & Glossaries, when appropriate

All editions are beautifully designed and are printed to superior specifications; some include illustrations of historical interest. Barnes & Noble Classics pulls together a constellation of influences—biographical, historical, and literary—to enrich each reader's understanding of these enduring works.
 
“No romantic novel ever written in America . . . is one half so beautiful as My #65533;ntonia.” —H. L. Mencken

Widely recognized as Willa Cather’s greatest novel, My #65533;ntonia is a soulful and rich portrait of a pioneer woman’s simple yet heroic life. The spirited daughter of Bohemian immigrants, #65533;ntonia must adapt to a hard existence on the desolate prairies of the Midwest. Enduring childhood poverty, teenage seduction, and family tragedy, she eventually becomes a wife and mother on a Nebraska farm. A fictional record of how women helped forge the communities that formed a nation, My #65533;ntonia is also a hauntingly eloquent celebration of the strength, courage, and spirit of America’s early pioneers.

Gordon Tapper is Assistant Professor of English at DePauw University. He is the author of The Machine That Sings: Modernism, Hart Crane, and the Culture of the Body, from Routledge.

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An African Tale (HC DJ Mylar)

A Caldecott Honor and Reading Rainbow book, this memorable retelling of Cinderella is perfect for introducing children to the fairy tale as well as the history, culture, and geography of the African nation of Zimbabwe.

Inspired by a traditional African folktale, this is the story of Mufaro, who is proud of his two beautiful daughters. Nyasha is kind and considerate, but everyone--except Mufaro--knows that Manyara is selfish and bad-tempered.

When the Great King decides to take a wife and invites the most worthy and beautiful daughters in the land to appear before him, Mufaro brings both of his daughters--but only one can be queen. Who will the king choose?

Award-winning artist John Steptoe's rich cultural imagery of Africa earned him the Coretta Scott King Award for Mufaro's Beautiful Daughters. The book also went on to win the Boston Globe-Horn Book Award. This stunning story is a timeless treasure that readers will enjoy for generations.

 * Coretta Scott King Award for Illustration
 * Caledcott Honor
 * Reading Rainbow Book
 * Boston Globe-Horn Book

Mufaro's Beautiful Daughters

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(HC DJ)

Based on the real-life adventures of Laura Ingalls Wilder, Little House in the Big Woods is the first book in the award-winning Little House series, which has captivated generations of readers. This edition features the classic black-and-white artwork from Garth Williams.

Little House in the Big Woods takes place in 1871 and introduces us to four-year-old Laura, who lives in a log cabin on the edge of the Big Woods of Wisconsin. She shares the cabin with her Pa, her Ma, her sisters Mary and Carrie, and their lovable dog, Jack.

Pioneer life isn't easy for the Ingalls family, since they must grow or catch all their own food as they get ready for the cold winter. But they make the best of every tough situation. They celebrate Christmas with homemade toys and treats, do their spring planting, bring in the harvest in the fall, and make their first trip into town. And every night, safe and warm in their little house, the sound of Pa's fiddle lulls Laura and her sisters into sleep.

The nine books in the timeless Little House series tell the story of Laura's real childhood as an American pioneer, and are cherished by readers of all generations. They offer a unique glimpse into life on the American frontier, and tell the heartwarming, unforgettable story of a loving family.

Little House in the Big Woods

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Some staining on edges, in excellent reading condition.

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Georgia

The Adventures of Odysseus and the Tale of Troy

A retelling of the events of the Trojan War and the wanderings of Odysseus based on Homers Iliad and Odyssey.

The Children's Homer

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O Pioneers

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A Christmas Alphabet (Author Signature)

Gift-giving traditions from all over the world are illuminated in this beautifully illustrated book about the message of Christmas.

S Is for Star

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Young Nate Twitchell is surprised when one of the hens on his family farm lays a giant egg. After a painstaking wait, Nate is even more surprised when it hatches and out pops a baby triceratops that he names Uncle Beazley! But when Nate decides to keep the dino and raise it on his own, he has no idea what he's getting himself into. As Uncle Beazley grows, Nate and his family realize they are not equipped to take care of a full-sized dinosaur, and so with the help of their scientist friend, Nate and Uncle Beazley set off for the NationalMuseum in Washington, D.C., on the hunt for the perfect home for a modern-day dinosaur---then the real trouble begins!

The Enormous Egg was originally published in 1956 and has been a classic in children's literature ever since. This brand new edition features amazing new illustrations from Eisner-award winning graphic novelist Mark Crilley (creator of Akiko and Miki Falls).

The Enormous Egg

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In commemoration of his peaceful fight for freedom and change, Martin Luther King, Jr.'s birthday is celebrated across the nation. Marzollo's simple writing style combines with Pinkney's engaging illustrations in this moving introduction to an American hero, created just for younger readers. Full-color illustrations throughout. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.

Happy Birthday, Martin Luther King

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New York

A New York lawyer remembers his boyhood in Nebraska and his friendship with a pioneer Bohemian girl.

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A Maine Alphabet (Signed by Author and Illustrator)

From the Penobscots, Passaquamoddies, Puritans, and pilgrims, to the proud people "Down East," L is for Lobster is the alphabet book for all Mainers. The rhymes and text woven through A to Z teach children about the many wonders of this great vacationland. Open the pages and explore the Quoddy lighthouse, learn about Old Town Canoe Company, or search the beaches for ocean treasures. With charming, warm illustrations from Jeannie Brett, as well as playful rhymes and informative text from Maine native Cynthia Furlong Reynolds, L is for Lobster is sure to become a favorite of children, teachers, and parents. Rediscover the deep, rich woodlands and sparkling ocean playgrounds of Maine through this delightful alphabet journey!

L Is for Lobster

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Art, music, drama/theater

From Cave Painting to Modern Times (HC DJ)

The Story of Painting

Beautifully illustrated Japanese tales. #DandelionBooks #hardcover #dustjacket #Japan #fairytale #livingbooks #vintage 

The Tale of the Shining Princess

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The story of the constitutional convention, May to September 1787 (HC; torn DJ)

Miracle at Philadelphia 

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Willa Cather

My Antonia

Parragon (Created by)

Ancient Egypt

Mary Ann McCabe Riehle; Wes Burgiss (Illustrator)

B Is for Bluegrass

William Strunk; E. B. White

The Elements of Style

Norman Richards

The Story of the Declaration of Independence

Willa Cather; Gordon A. Tapper (Introduction by)

My Antonia

William Strunk; E. B. White

The Elements of Style

John Steptoe

Mufaro's Beautiful Daughters

Laura Ingalls Wilder; Garth Williams (Illustrator)

Little House in the Big Woods

Willa Cather

My Antonia

Mabel Williams and Marcia Dalphin, editors

The Young Folks’ Shelf of Books

Padraic Colum

The Children's Homer

Willa Cather

O Pioneers

Cynthia Furlong Reynolds; Pam Carroll (Illustrator)

S Is for Star

Oliver Butterworth

The Enormous Egg

Jean Marzollo; J. Brian Pinkney (Illustrator)

Happy Birthday, Martin Luther King

Willa Cather

My Antonia

Cynthia Furlong Reynolds; Jeannie Brett (Illustrator)

L Is for Lobster

H.W. Jansen and Dora Jane Janson

The Story of Painting

Donald Keene; Sally Fischer; Andrew Pekarik (Notes by)

The Tale of the Shining Princess

Catherine Drinker Bowen

Miracle at Philadelphia

Jean Marzollo; J. Brian Pinkney (Illustrator)

Happy Birthday, Martin Luther King

Willa Cather; Kathleen Norris (Foreword by)

My Antonia

Willa Cather; Kathleen Norris (Foreword by)

My Antonia