Hackerman (30 results)

Paperback. Condition: Fair. First Edition. The item might be beaten up but readable. May contain markings or highlighting, as well as stains, bent corners, or any other major defect, but the text is not obscured in any way.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. A candid and often humorous discussion between Hackerman and Ashworth on the problems scientists and society will face with reductions in government financial support for research, or with restrictive government directives. In dialogue that is accessible to laymen and policy makers, the authors explain why scientific research must be allowed to continue unfettered and undirected if humankind is to accrue its full benefits. In the United States, the universities are the sole source of scientists and engineers. . . . That alone should tell our political leaders . . . how essential it is for them to provide support for the universities in order to generate and promote economic development and vitality. The universities provide the adequately educated scientists and engineers, and without them a society does not have the slightest chance--short of accidentally running across a diamond mine or gold mine or another thirty trillion barrels of oil--of remaining in the economic race.…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. A candid and often humorous discussion between Hackerman and Ashworth on the problems scientists and society will face with reductions in government financial support for research, or with restrictive government directives. In dialogue that is accessible to laymen and policy makers, the authors explain why scientific research must be allowed to continue unfettered and undirected if humankind is to accrue its full benefits. In the United States, the universities are the sole source of scientists and engineers. . . . That alone should tell our political leaders . . . how essential it is for them to provide support for the universities in order to generate and promote economic development and vitality. The universities provide the adequately educated scientists and engineers, and without them a society does not have the slightest chance--short of accidentally running across a diamond mine or gold mine or another thirty trillion barrels of oil--of remaining in the economic race.…

Soft Cover. Condition: Very Good. Softcovers; in very good condition.

Condition: Very Good. First Printing. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Condition: Fine. 1 Edition. Used book that is in almost brand-new condition. May contain a remainder mark. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority.

hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority.

Hard Cover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 2nd Printing. BM5 - DJ is mylar protected. DJ and book have very light discoloration and shelf wear. Signed and inscribed by the author to the previous owner on the the title page. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Signed by Author.

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. First Edition. A previous owner's bookplate is the only mark against this fine copy. The dust jacket is in an archival Mylar sleeve. 230 pages with photos and Index. Autobiography of a university president's wife wife (Norman Hackerman--Rice University and the University of Texas) as she journeys through academia, volunteerism, and a personal fight against cancer--all against a backdrop of World War II, the Kennedy inauguration, the 1960s, and trips to the LBJ White House. A rich life fully lived from an interesting viewpoint. The author has inscribed this book to a previous owner. Publisher's announcement/order form for the book laid in at the front of the book. Inscribed by Author(s).…

HARDCOVER. Condition: Used; Very Good. Used; Very Good. 7-G-39 Eakin Press 1994 Hardcover. Stated Second printing. Text is clean and unmarked. Jacket has very light wear. Book Condition; Very Good Jacket Condition; Very Good . 1994. HARDCOVER.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Hardback with dust jacket. Inscribed by Gene C. Hackerman on title page. No other marks or writings. Signed by Author.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. First Edition; Second Printing. The autobiography of a Texas Woman. Inscribed to the previous owners and signed by the author, Gene Coulbourn Hackerman. Photographs. 230 pages, index. Dust jacket and book are in Fine condition. ; Standard Book Size; 230 pages; Signed by Author.…

Cloth. Condition: Fine Condition. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. 236 pages. Hardcover, bound in tan colored cloth covered boards and wrapped in an illustrated paper dustjacket. Dustjacket has some mild wear to the edges from shelving, but the binding is crisp, solid, and tight, with a clean interior free of markings. A fascinating story of the beginnings of major arts and cultural institutions of both Austin and Houston, as told by a woman who was at the center of much of it for a number of decades.…

Condition: New.

Condition: New. In English.

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. reissue edition. 64 pages. 11.00x8.75x0.25 inches. In Stock.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Condition: New.

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. First Edition. The reminiscences of the wife of Norman Hackerman, the former president of the University of Texas at Austin and Rice Univeristy. Inscribed by the author to "Nell" on the title page. This appears to be a privately printed "special edition" published prior to the commercially published version. A 1" closed tear at the top right of the front panel. A very good or better copy. Signed by Author(s).…

Soft cover. Condition: As New. 1st Edition.

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Hardcover. Condition: New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title.

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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Delivered from our UK warehouse in 4 to 14 business days. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

Condition: Good. volumes 2-6, complete volumes, an uninterrupted run, bound, well illustrated throughout, ex library, very good; price is for the lot. - If you are reading this, this item is actually (physically) in our stock and ready for shipment once ordered. We are not bookjackers. Buyer is responsible for any additional duties, taxes, or fees required by recipient's country. Photos available upon request.…