August 13 1910 (2 results)

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. This copy is a 1948 first printing of the Grosset & Dunlap- Illustrated Junior Library edition of the classic beautifully illustrated by artist Donald McKay. This copy of the original publication has no negative issues. The excellent dustjacket is in clear mylar covering . The book measures 8.25" x 6" and will be carefully wrapped and boxed for safe shipping. The previous owners' name is on the inside cover. Donald Alexander McKay (August 13, 1914 - December 17, 2005) (illustrator).…

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book illuminates the unexplored aspects of life in the New Mexico Territory during the late 1800s. Set in the backdrop of a mining boom and the establishment of the Santa Fe Railroad, the author invites readers to a time of economic growth, unchecked lawlessness, and the playful clash between Eastern idealism and Western realities. Through a cast of fascinating characters and meticulous research, the book explores themes of human nature, the pursuit of wealth, and the consequences of unrestrained dreams in a place where fortunes could be made and lost overnight. Its vivid portrayal of a unique era in American history offers insights into the resilience of the human spirit and the enduring allure of the American dream. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…