Walter Smith Allen (67 results)

Single Issue Magazine. Condition: Very Good. First Edition. Kokomo, IN / New York, NY: Better Publications Inc [A Thrilling Publication]. Good. 1952. First Edition. Softcover. First edition. Pulp magazine. Pictorial wrappers [about 6.75" x 9.25"], [146] pages [last numbered page is 145], illustrated. Good copy with usual edgewear and scattered chipping to the cover, one word grade in pencil next to some of the stories on the contents page, text paper tanned as usual . See Photos mag bx 33. Cover art by Jack Coggins (illustrator). …

Single Issue Magazine. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: No Dust Jacket As Issued. 1st Edition. In: Better Publications . Better Publications , IN, 1952 First edition 146 page Vintage Pulp magazine edited by Samuel Mines with stories by L. Sprague de Camp, Bruce Elliott , Walter Miller Jr. and others. Contents page in Photos Cover art by Jack Coggins A very good copy with small edge tears , light chipping to the spine ends, text lightly toned. See Photos mag bx 34. Cover art by Jack Coggins (illustrator).…

Soft Cover. Condition: Very Good. First Edition. ----------pulp magazine, standard pulp size. Small piece out of front cover top right corner, cover creases, a VG copy. Back cover advertisement is for Black's Readers Service Company. Jack Coggins (front cover) (illustrator).

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Soft cover. Condition: GOOD, Decent Reading Copy. First Edition By This Publisher. 128 pages. "Here on the mesa four men lay dead. They'd fought the trail herd all the way up from Texas - 2,000 saddle-weary miles - only to be met by a killers' ambush. The deadly riders came from nowhere, shot without warning, killed without reason . and drove off the herd. Now only Johnny Durango lived to mourn the deaths of his four friends. Lived to swear vengeance, to even the score . even if it meant killing every man in this wild and untamed valley." >>> This is a reading copy. Cover creasing; spine slant; Size: 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" Tall. Painted Cover Art! (illustrator). Book.…

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good to Fine. Second Edition. 128 pages. "Here on the mesa four men lay dead. They'd fought the trail herd all the way up from Texas - 2,000 saddle-weary miles - only to be met by a killers' ambush. The deadly riders came from nowhere, shot without warning, killed without reason . and drove off the herd. Now only Johnny Durango lived to mourn the deaths of his four friends. Lived to swear vengeance, to even the score . even if it meant killing every man in this wild and untamed valley." >>> Minor edge wear to covers; spine slant; Size: 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" Tall. Painted Cover Art! (illustrator). Book.…

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Condition: New.

SingleIssueMagazine. Condition: Very Good+. Vol. 27, No. 3. Pulp magazine. Edited by Samuel Mines. Cover art by Jack Coggins. Includes "Asylum Earth" (novel) by Bruce Elliott; "The Guided Man" (novelet) by L. Sprague de Camp; "Throwback" by Miriam Allen deFord; "Notice of Intent" by Phyllis Sterling Smith; "Gravesong" by Walter Miller, Jr.; "Disposal" by Stanley Whiteside. Verse: "The Outcome" by J. B. Wood. Features: "The Ether Vibrates"; "What's Up Down there?" by Lewis Island; "The Outcome" (verse) by J. B. Wood; "4 Centuries of Planets" by R. S. Richardson; "Current Fan Publications" by Jerome Bixby; "Science Fiction Bookshelf". Illustrated by Virgil Finlay, Alex Schomburg, Orban, and others. Letters from Richard Geis, B. G. Warner, Jim Harmon, and more. Short tear spine head; lower overlaps a little rough with a small bit off. Book.…

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Soft cover. Condition: GOOD+. CAVALIER Men Adventure Magazine Volume 12, #106 (April /1962; Fawcett Publications;) >> Reluctant Pagliacci by Charles Samuels; >>> Brigitte Bardot: a Sex Goddess Unseated - Part 1. Metamorphosis of a Myth = 7-1/2 Page Article with Interview & Many Photos; >> Ibiza - Brandy and "Brigands" in the Baleariecs; >> Make-up of a Hemingway Hero - starring Paul Newman; ** JACK NASH by Eugene Burdick; Photo Front Cover 100 pages including covers; Writers: Charles Samuels; Lou Myers; John S. Walsh; Don Ornitz; H. Allen Smith; W. F. Brown; Eugene Burdick; Walter Osborne; Bill Brown; Bela Von Block; Winston Bode; MacDonald Harris; Peter Gowland; George Wiswell; Hal Hennesey; Mike Gross; Graham; Interior Artists: Donald Reilly; Melville Street; Bob Abbett; Marv Friedman; *** Book Order # ADV312; Condition= G+ = (2.5) GOOD Plus; (Used Reading Copy); Cover Creasing; Price=US$22.00); Size: 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall TRUE FIRST Edition MAGAZINE Format Thus. Photo Front Cover; Interior Artists: Donald Reilly; Melville Street; Bob Abbett; Marv Friedman; (illustrator). Book. …

SingleIssueMagazine. Condition: Very Good+ to Near Fine. Vol. 27, No. 3. Pulp magazine. Edited by Samuel Mines. Cover art by Jack Coggins. Includes "Asylum Earth" (novel) by Bruce Elliott; "The Guided Man" (novelet) by L. Sprague de Camp; "Throwback" by Miriam Allen deFord; "Notice of Intent" by Phyllis Sterling Smith; "Gravesong" by Walter Miller, Jr.; "Disposal" by Stanley Whiteside. Verse: "The Outcome" by J. B. Wood. Features: "The Ether Vibrates"; "What's Up Down there?" by Lewis Island; "The Outcome" (verse) by J. B. Wood; "4 Centuries of Planets" by R. S. Richardson; "Current Fan Publications" by Jerome Bixby; "Science Fiction Bookshelf". Illustrated by Virgil Finlay, Alex Schomburg, Orban, and others. Letters from Richard Geis, B. G. Warner, Jim Harmon, and more. Light hinge crease with a tad less than standard edgewear - close to Near Fine. Book.…

SingleIssueMagazine. Condition: Very Good+. Vol. 291, No. 1. Pulp magazine. [Edited by Chandler H. Whipple.] Cover art by Marshall Frantz for "Delay at Antioch" (novelet; Bretwalda series) by Philip Ketchum. Includes "The Man from Madrid" (pt. 1 of 6) by Walter Ripperger; "Home Are the Horses" by W. Donaldson Smith; "Men of Daring: A. Leo Stevens - Daredevil Aeronaut" (True Story in Pictures) by Stookie Allen; "The Great Green Serpent" (novelet) by Paul Ernst; "Voyage to Leandro" (pt. 2 of 5) by Howard Rigsby; "Some Dogs Steal" by Luke Short; "Wild River" (pt. 4 of 5) by John Stromberg; "Boomerang" ("An Argosy Oddity") by Hugh B. Cave. Features: "Gone with the Vaccine" by Crossen Howard; "Argonotes"; "Looking Ahead!" Small piece out at lower front foredge corner; tanning. Book. …

SingleIssueMagazine. Condition: Very Good+ to Near Fine. Vol. 27, No. 3. Pulp magazine. Edited by Samuel Mines. Cover art by Jack Coggins. Includes "Asylum Earth" (novel) by Bruce Elliott; "The Guided Man" (novelet) by L. Sprague de Camp; "Throwback" by Miriam Allen deFord; "Notice of Intent" by Phyllis Sterling Smith; "Gravesong" by Walter Miller, Jr.; "Disposal" by Stanley Whiteside. Verse: "The Outcome" by J. B. Wood. Features: "The Ether Vibrates"; "What's Up Down there?" by Lewis Island; "The Outcome" (verse) by J. B. Wood; "4 Centuries of Planets" by R. S. Richardson; "Current Fan Publications" by Jerome Bixby; "Science Fiction Bookshelf". Illustrated by Virgil Finlay, Alex Schomburg, Orban, and others. Letters from Richard Geis, B. G. Warner, Jim Harmon, and more. Minor tears - close to Near Fine. Book.…

Very Good condition.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. NoNE. First Thus. 8 BEAUTIFUL TIPPED IN COLOR PLATES ALL PRESENT AND ATTACHED SOLID BINDING CLEAN AND BRIGHT TEXTBLOCK UNMARKED STORIES AND VERSE BY ELEANOR FARJEON HILAIRE BELLOC WALTER DE LA MAR AND MANY OTHERS WELL PRESERVED COPY WITH A VERY NICE FRONT COVER SLIGHT SUNFADE TO SPINE AND SOME SOILING TO BACK A LOVELY BOOK. ALLEN MARIAN WARREN BENJAMIN JERROLD DAPHNE SMITH MAY DUNN S. CHADWICK ENID MELDRUM ROY BURROWS W.F (illustrator).…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good+. First Edition. Lightly scuffed bottom edge. ; Original 1887 clean brown cloth with gilt lettering. (2) 169pp. Text tight, clean & intact. Decorated endpapers. Religion, Christianity; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; 169 pages.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. First Thus. Clean and firmly bound with no writing inside. Jacket not price clipped with a little handling wear on the corners and the top and base of the spine, also a small closed tear on the lower back edge internally repaired with tape.…

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the issue of government service reform in the United States during the late 19th century, a time when many felt the existing system was inadequate and in need of significant change. The author examines the historical context, discussing the political climate and motivations behind the push for reform. They also provide a comprehensive overview of the different proposals and debates surrounding the topic, including the influence of the British civil service model. The book offers a nuanced analysis of the complexities and challenges involved in implementing reform, exploring the tensions between political patronage and merit-based appointments. It sheds light on the ongoing discussions and efforts to improve the effectiveness and fairness of government service, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in public administration, political history, or the evolution of American governance. 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. …

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the history of civil service reform in the United States, examining its origins and proposing solutions to the challenges it faces. The author traces the development of the spoils system, a practice where political loyalty determines government appointments, from its inception to its widespread adoption. The book highlights the negative consequences of this system, including the exclusion of qualified individuals, the dominance of political managers, and increased government expenses. The author proposes a comprehensive approach to civil service reform, emphasizing the need for competitive examinations, merit-based appointments, and tenure during efficient behavior. By providing a thorough analysis of the past and present state of civil service reform, this book offers valuable insights for understanding and addressing the issues surrounding government employment and political influence. 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.…

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This thought-provoking and intriguing book presents a series of thought experiments and musings on the nature of humanity and the divine, mortality, heaven, and hell. Drawing deeply from the Bible, the author presents a novel exploration of the concepts of good and evil, as well as the nature of judgment and salvation. Central to this work is the exploration of sin, by which the author does not mean intentional offenses but rather an inherent flaw in human nature. The author suggests that we are all born into a sinful state and that only through faith in Jesus Christ can we be saved from eternal torment. The author believes that the wicked will be annihilated, rather than eternally tormented, and that those who are saved will experience a heavenly existence. This book will appeal to those interested in exploring the nature of good and evil, the meaning of salvation, and the nature of the afterlife. 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.…

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