Language: English
Published by The Religiuos Education Press, LTD., 1952
Seller: Christian Book Store, Inman, SC, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Good.
Seller: California Books, Miami, FL, U.S.A.
Condition: New. Ruiz, Joe (illustrator).
Paperback. Condition: New. Ruiz, Joe (illustrator).
Paperback. Condition: New. Ruiz, Joe (illustrator).
Seller: GreatBookPrices, Columbia, MD, U.S.A.
Condition: New.
Seller: Books Puddle, New York, NY, U.S.A.
Condition: New.
Language: English
Published by State Journal Company, Lincoln, Nebraska, 1889
Seller: Lee Booksellers, Lincoln, NE, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Fair. Assumed first. Binding badly cracked, but pages still attached. No owners' or library marks. No underlining or highlighting. Folding map at page 163. Not in Howes or Graff. 379 pages + ads. See our photos.
Seller: California Books, Miami, FL, U.S.A.
Condition: New. Ruiz, Joe (illustrator).
Condition: New. pp. 391.
Seller: GreatBookPrices, Columbia, MD, U.S.A.
Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.
Seller: Majestic Books, Hounslow, United Kingdom
Condition: New. pp. 391.
Paperback. Condition: Fair. 96p paperback, spine tape-repaired, bookblock detached from spine, original papercover, on various writers and their works, questions, aged Language: English.
Seller: Biblios, Frankfurt am main, HESSE, Germany
Condition: New. pp. 391.
Condition: New.
Condition: New.
Language: English
Published by State Journal Company, Lincoln, Neb, 1889
Seller: Lloyd Zimmer, Books and Maps, Chanute, KS, U.S.A.
First Edition
Cloth - Hard Cover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: No Dust Jacket. First Edition. 379 pages, plus folding map and ads. Covers are a little scuffed and lightly worn. A bookplate was roughly town from the front paste down. Small crack in the lower hinge (internal), though volume is holding tight. Front free end leaf is affixed to the front paste down for about one inch along the bound edge. Volume is otherwise tight and intact.
Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.
Seller: Ria Christie Collections, Uxbridge, United Kingdom
£ 23.43
Quantity: Over 20 available
Add to basketCondition: New. In.
Seller: Ria Christie Collections, Uxbridge, United Kingdom
£ 23.51
Quantity: Over 20 available
Add to basketCondition: New. In.
Language: English
Published by Alpha Editions 2019-06-01, 2019
ISBN 10: 9353705878 ISBN 13: 9789353705879
Seller: Chiron Media, Wallingford, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New.
Seller: GreatBookPricesUK, Woodford Green, United Kingdom
Condition: New.
Published by Religious Education Trust, Wallington, 1958
Seller: Lazy Letters Books, Market Rasen, United Kingdom
Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. School stamps to inside of covers else minimal wear.
Published by The Religious Education Press, 1954
Seller: Crappy Old Books, Barry, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Used. In a world teetering on the brink of existential dread and the eternal quest for enlightenment, "Yarns On Christian Torchbearers" emerges from the dusty shelves of religious education as a rather unconventional antidote. Authored by the formidable duo of Lilian E Cox and Ernest H Hayes, this 1954 marvel invites you to strap on your sandals and join an enlightening jaunt through the whimsical, and occasionally bewildering, world of Christian activism. Perhaps it was the post-war optimism that spurred these authors into crafting this unique tapestry of tales, or perhaps they simply found themselves short on compelling narratives and opted for a patchwork quilt instead. Let?s face it: the title itself is an invitation to confusion. One might wonder if "Yarns" refers to the intricate fabric of stories or if it implies a collection of tall tales spun around woodland campfires by enthusiastic, albeit somewhat misguided, camp counsellors. Either way, the text is a delightful paradox?equal parts earnest discourse and cheeky banter, as if your well-meaning vicar got a bit too carried away at the parish picnic. Bunch of stories about Christians and great missionary work. Includes; Benedict Hugh of Lincoln Egerton Young Charles Kingsley George Cadbury Will Crooks CT Studd Isabel Kerr Dick Sheppard Within these weathered pages, you will encounter anecdotes that range from the mildly enlightening to the curiously obscure. Prepare yourself for tales of torchbearers who may or may not have taken their roles a tad too seriously. Expect to meet a motley crew of characters whose lives intertwine with various forms of Christian outreach, all narrated with a wit that could only emerge from the mind of a 1950s educator determined to keep their audience awake. What can you anticipate when venturing through "Yarns On Christian Torchbearers"? The book?s charm lies in its ability to mix the serious with the absurd, leaving readers questioning whether they are reading a guide to moral living or a manual for the next church bake sale?s entertainment. One can only speculate if the authors were attempting to weave a moral fabric of faith and community or simply trying to fill pages without resorting to footnotes. Notably, the illustrations?if one can call them that?add a visual chaos that could rival a toddler?s finger-painting session. As you flip through the chapters, you might even feel a hint of nostalgia for a time when faith was seen as a community affair rather than a solitary pursuit. The book gently nudges at the idea that Christianity isn?t merely an individual journey but a group project fraught with mishaps and miscommunications, much like a potluck gone awry. For every heartwarming story about a community coming together, there?s a cautionary tale about the perils of baking for a church social. In case you?re wondering what nuggets of wisdom might be nestled within this curious collection, here?s a tantalizing preview: How to turn a church meeting into an impromptu talent show. The mysterious disappearance of the church?s last batch of fruitcake. What lessons a runaway sheep can teach us about faith. How to deal with overly enthusiastic hymn singers. Ways to keep the congregation awake during a particularly long sermon. Condition: This particular copy has survived the test of time, boasting the unmistakable aura of second-hand charm. While the pages may carry the faint scent of musty libraries and long-lost afternoon tea sessions, they are still perfectly readable. Some might even say the occasional coffee stain adds character, or perhaps it?s a sign of a deep theological pondering that went slightly awry. Overall, it?s like finding that one eccentric relative who tells wildly entertaining stories at family gatherings?imperfect but undeniably endearing. So, if you?re in the market for a book that challenges the very essence of religious narratives while keeping you chuckling through the pages, "Yarns On Christian Torchbearers" is your ticket. You won?t find another volume quite like it on the shelves of Crappy Old Books, where we believe that even the most peculiar stories deserve a place in the literary landscape. Grab this tome, and you may just find yourself both amused and enlightened?if not a bit befuddled by it all.
Published by Religious Education Press, Wallington, 1948
Seller: Lazy Letters Books, Market Rasen, United Kingdom
Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. Owner's name to front else minimal wear.
Published by Playguy Magazine, New York, 1980
Magazine / Periodical
Magazine. 48p., includes covers, 8.5x11 inches, explicit stories, photos, illustrations, ads; small tear from pages 33-36, otherwise very good erotic gay men's magazine in stapled pictorial wraps. Fiction: "Briefs Encounter," Timmy's Team," and "One Beating A Day.".
Seller: GreatBookPricesUK, Woodford Green, United Kingdom
Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.
Seller: Ria Christie Collections, Uxbridge, United Kingdom
£ 31.57
Quantity: Over 20 available
Add to basketCondition: New. In.
Published by Playguy Magazine, New York, 1976
Magazine / Periodical
Magazine. 48p., includes covers, 8.5x11 inches, explicit stories, photos, illustrations, ads; very good erotic gay men's magazine in stapled pictorial wraps. Fiction: "Mr. Porter.".
Published by Playguy Magazine, New York, 1976
Magazine / Periodical
Magazine. 48p., includes covers, 8.5x11 inches, explicit stories, photos, illustrations, ads, wear to spine and old price on cover, otherwise very good erotic gay men's magazine in stapled pictorial wraps. Fiction: "Bunkhouse Buddies.".
Published by Playguy Magazine, New York, 1976
Manuscript / Paper Collectible
Magazine. 48p., includes covers, 8.5x11 inches, explicit stories, photos, illustrations, ads, wear to spine and old price on cover, otherwise very good erotic gay men's magazine in stapled pictorial wraps. Fiction: "Sail Away" and "Las Vegas Connection.".