Arizona – Prehistoric, Aboriginal, Pioneer, Modern – The Nation’s Youngest Commonwealth within a Land of Ancient Culture [Volume I]
McClintock, James H. Volume I only. Volume I has been rebound: boards have original green pebbled cloth, the original backstrip is affixed to a newer one, and the volume has new endpapers. Text block has marbled edges. Boards have moderate soiling and light wear. Text block is clean. Overall very good. This is Volume I of McClintock's tome telling of Arizona's history up to 1916. There are numerous b&w plates. Six-Guns 1390. ; 4to 11" - 13" tall; 312 pp- $55
- $55
Blanding City Centennial Family Histories, 1905-2005, Volumes I-III
Three volume set. Blue cloth with gilt imprint on front and spine. Fine condition. An impressive familial history of the non-Native settlers of Blanding. Shipping will cost extra due to weight of books. ; B & W Photographs; 4to 11" - 13" tall; 1766 pp- $150
- $150
Alta California: From San Diego to San Francisco, A Journey on Foot to Rediscover the Golden State
Neely, Nick Pictorial dust jacket with mylar cover over blue paper boards. Fine condition. Association copy. Inscribed by the author to Andrea and Doug Peacock on the half title page. ; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; 411 pp; Signed by Author- $20
- $20
Down The River
Abbey, Edward First trade paper edition signed by Edward Abbey on the half title page. Wraps have light wear, else very good. This collection of essays by cantankerous environmentalist Ed Abbey centers on his many river trips. The reflections on topics ranging from Henry David Thoreau to the Air Force's MX missile system are filled with imagination, humor, and sparkling pros. ; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; 242 pp; Signed by Author- $250
- $250
Navajo Taboos
Bulow, Ernest L. ; Tony Hillerman (Foreward) Signed by author, illustrator and foreward author Tony Hillerman on front endpaper. Rust-orange boards with publisher's logo stamped in gilt on cover. Title in gilt on spine. Glossy illustrated dust jacket in mylar cover. Boards are clean and sharp. Interior unmarked. Spine is tight. Dust is jacket free of blemishes. ; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; 216 pp; Signed by Author- $50
- $50
Life, Letters and Travels of Father DeSmet Among the North American Indians, Vols I-IV
Chitttenen, Hiram Martin; Richardson, Alfred Talbot "Missionary Labors and Adventures among the Wild Tribes of the North American Indians, Embracing Minute Description of Their Manners, Customs, Games, Modes of Warfare and Torture, Legends, Traditions, etc., All from Personal Observations Made during Many THousand Miles of Travel, with Sketches of the Country from St. Louis to Puget Sound and the Altrabasca." Many pages uncut, impossible to fully collate. Small numbered stickers on bottom of spine, but not ex-library. Map present at end of volume 4. Dark green cloth-covered boards are torn in places at head and foot of spine, light edgewear, slightly bumped corners. Top edges of text blocks are darkened with age.; Book- $375
- $375
Cowboys and Indians: Characters in Oil and Bronze [with original ink drawing]
Beeler, Joe Signed by Beeler with ink drawing on half title page. Pictorial dust jacket over black and rust-colored cloth boards; top edge dyed red. Dust jacket has moderate sunning and wear; boards have very minor wear; front endpaper has light soiling. This book demonstrates Beeler's talents in oil and bronze presenting 80 of his works in color and b&w reproductions. This copy featuring an original sketch of a cowboy. ; B & W and Color Plates; Large 8vo 9" - 11" tall; Signed by Author- $250
- $250
Edward Weston: Life Work
Weston, Edward Grey cloth boards with black writing on front and spine. Dust Jack has photograph on front and back. In grey slipcase with title and author on front. Still in publishers shrink wrap. This volume contains photos from throughout Edward Weston's career, varying from still life, landscapes and nudes. Two essays introduce us to the photographer and give a detailed biography. 109 plates of images in total. Image of book and details are from our other listing not in shrink wrap. ; Square 4to 11" - 13" tall; 251 pp- $125
- $125
Report of Explorations in 1873 of the Colorado of the West and its Tributaries
Powell, J. W. Buff wraps with black lettering. Wraps are fragile, have moderate chipping along spine and rear wrap has tear on bottom left corner that has been repaired with archival tape; text block has light toning. Report given by John Wesley Powell on his work accomplished in 1873 and a request to obtain more funding which would "enable him to connect his surveys with those of Clarence King on the north, and those of Dr. Hayden on the east" (page 3). A rarely-seen report. Howes P-529. ; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; 36 pp- $200
- $200
Official List of Officers who Marched with the Army Under the Command of Major General Winfield Scott, From Puebla Upon the City of Mexico, the Seventh, Eighth, Ninth and Tenth of August, One Thousand Eight Hundred and Forty-Seven.
In original printed wrappers with a lithographic plan of the battles of Mexico. No errata sheet. [24pp]. Wraps have moderate soiling and light wear to edges; text block has minor foxing. This publication provides a detailed look at the actions and fates of officers under General Winfield Scott in the Mexican-American War. The text includes officers' names, corps, dates of when and where employed, and remarks. Some big names in U. S. military history are seen here: Robert E. Lee, P.G.T. Beauregard, U.S. Grant, Stonewall Jackson and many others. On the inside of the rear wrap is an extract of Scott's report summarizing his losses and his extent of victory over the Mexican Army. Howes notes that this publication was "printed on the occupying army's own press" (Howes S243). No copies found in commerce as of July 2021. ; Large 8vo 9" - 11" tall- $3,000
- $3,000
Famous Boothill Graveyard, Tombstone, Arizona
Published by Frashers, Inc. In Pomona, California; distributed by Lollesgard Spec. Co. In Tucson, Arizona. No publication date, likely circa 1940 based on information about Burton Frasher found on the Online Archive of California and OCLC. Set No. 192 of "Frashers Fotos. " Souvenir set of 10 black-and-white photos of the historic Boothill Graveyard in Tombstone, Arizona. Each photo measures approximately 3.5 x 2.5 inches. Also includes a card with a brief description of each photo. Housed in an orange cardstock box/mailing envelope. Box has a cutout cover to view the first photo. Moderate shelf wear and chipping to box. All photos have sharp images and are in near fine condition. Burton Frasher Sr. (1888-1955) was a prolific photographer of the American Southwest known for capturing the regions changing urban landscape through his successful postcard business. This set of photos depicts one of Tombstones most popular tourist attractions, the Boothill Graveyard. The cemetery has at least 250 internements and serves as the final resting place of the casualties of the O. K. Corral shootout, the perpetrators of the Bisbee massacre, China Mary, and other outlaws and notable figures of the Old West. No listings on OCLC as of March, 2023.- $120
- $120
Welcome to Mountainair, New Mexico: Gateway to Ancient Cities
No publication date, printed in the 1940s according to OCLC. Promotional map that is folded in half both vertically and horizontally. Measures approximately 6 x 9 inches when folded and 12 x 18 inches when open. One side has eight black-and-white photos, each measuring 4.5 x 2.75 inches. The other side has a highway map in color. Chipping to corners; tears at ends of folds (all less than one inch) ; small hole at center where folds meet; toning along folds on the side with the photos. Also included is a folded sheet from the Mountainair Chamber of Commerce that offers directions to nearby Native American cultural sites. Sheet is printed in black on white paper with no illustrations; it has a couple faint stains and very light toning. This map promotes Mountainair, New Mexico by showcasing the mountain scenery as well as what is now Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument. The map of New Mexico marks 56 points of interest close to the states major highways. Only one copy listed on OCLC as of March, 2023.- $40
- $40
Small Collection of Signed Poems by Peggy Pond Church
Church, Peggy Pond Collection of five poems and a short letter written by Peggy Pond Church. All are typed and printed on separate sheets; four of the poems and the letter are signed by Church. Dates range from 1945 to 1980. Good to very good condition. Items included in this collection are as follows: "You Name It" (1964) , printed in black on a white sheet (8.5 x 11 inches) ; signed by Church in blue pen; one small correction in pen; minor creasing. "Glory to God in the Highest'' (Christmas 1945) , printed in black on a pale green sheet (6 x 9 inches) ; signed by both Peggy Church and her husband Ferm in black pen; two horizontal creases from folding and light toning. "Ah, Mary" (Christmas 1950) , printed in black on a brown sheet (8.5 x 12 inches) ; signed by both Ferm and Peggy Church in pen; short personal note hand-written on verso; two horizontal creases from folding, light toning, slight chipping and tearing to edges. "This Year" (1961) , printed in black on a white three-hole punch sheet (8.5 x 11 inches) ; signed by Peggy Church and inscribed to Ferm; very minor creasing. "Morning on Tserege" (November 1945) , printed in black on white sheet (8.5 x 11 inches) ; unsigned; some creasing with lines from folding (two vertical, one horizontal) and a faint watermark. Short typed letter signed from Peggy Church to "ARt" with thoughts on writing poetry about Tserege (now called Tshirege) ; dated December 31, 1980; some creasing with a horizontal line from folding. Peggy Pond Church (1903-1986) was a poet and writer from New Mexico who is remembered for her contributions to the states cultural heritage. Her poems are noted for capturing the beauty and mystique of New Mexicos land and people. "Morning on Tserege, " arguably her signature poem, is a strong example of that ability.- $75
- $75
Salida Hot Springs
No publication date, likely printed in the 1940s as it mentions that the "modern facilities" were built in 1938. Promotional brochure on white paper. Text and photos printed in green. Sheet is folded in half vertically twice, creating eight panels. Measures approximately 4 x 9 inches when folded and 16 x 9 inches when open. Three horizontal crease lines from being folded; a couple small holes along vertical folds; a few spots of soiling. Includes four photos and a few illustrations. This brochure extols the health benefits of visiting the hot springs in Salida, Colorado. It describes the amenities of the town and the hot springs and advertises services such as Swedish massage, colon therapy, and electrotherapy. No copies in OCLC as of March, 2023.- $40
- $40
Colorado Springs, Manitou, and the Pikes Peak Region As a Place of Residence
No publication date, likely printed in the 1940s when the population of Colorado Springs was around 40,000 as noted in the brochure. Promotional brochure on slightly glossy beige paper. Text and photos printed in sepia. Single sheet folded in half twice to create 8 panels. Measures approximately 3.5 x 6.25 inches when folded and 14 x 6.25 inches when open. Light wear along folds; mild scuffing and soiling to front panel. Includes three photos and a drawing. This brochure tries to attract new residents to Colorado Springs by extolling the weather ("an average of 310 days of sunshine annually") , the water quality, the business possibilities, the community amenities, and the outdoor recreation opportunities. Only one copy in OCLC as of March, 2023.- $40
- $40
Orchard Camp — Santa Fe, New Mexico
No publication information. Small promotional brochure for lodging with "65 Cottages" in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Slightly glossy white sheet printed in black and folded once to create four panels. Little illustration on cover, otherwise all text. Measures about 3.5 x 6.25 inches. Mild soiling and foxing; dampstaining to bottom right corner. This brochure details the amenities and rates of Orchard Camp, lists nearby points of interest, and notes the distance from Santa Fe to other major cities. John Walz Catron, son of U. S. Senator Thomas B. Catron, was the camps proprietor; according to an obituary in the New Mexico Historical Review, Catron established the camp in 1923 and operated it until his death in 1944. A 1930 Sanborn Map of Santa Fe shows the camps location at the corner of E. De Vargas St. And College St. (now called Old Santa Fe Trail). It has since been replaced with Garretts Desert Inn Motel. No copies in OCLC as of March, 2023, but there is one listing for a similar item advertising the same location.- $56
- $56
Welcome to Deming, New Mexico [Map]
No publication date, printed in 1952 according to OCLC. Trifold brochure printed in black on light green paper. Measures approximately 3.5 x 8.5 inches when folded and 11 x 8.5 inches when open. Folded somewhat unevenly; light toning along folds; tiny abrasion on middle panel. This brochure attempts to lure tourists and new residents to Deming, New Mexico, "In The Kingdom of the Sun. " The three inside panels provide a map of Deming created by city engineer C. B. Morgan. The other panels offer general information about the town and its nearby points of interest. Only one copy in OCLC as of March, 2023.- $70
- $70
Indian Recipes
Lawson, Roberta Campbell; Et Al. No publication date, but according to "History of Oklahoma State Federation of Womens Clubs" by Luretta Rainey, copies of this booklet were sent to the Tulsa National Council Meeting as souvenirs in 1936. Tan paper wrappers with dark brown lettering on cover. Measures approximately 5.25 x 3.25 inches. Wrappers are splitting along the spine with pieces of tape at head and tail; minor shelf wear and creasing; slight toning. Hinges are reinforced with tape. Staples are starting to rust and a few pages have separated from the bottom staple, but none are completely loose. Interior is clean. Small image of a Native American man in a headdress on cover and title page, no other illustrations. This scarce little cookbook contains nine recipes including plum pudding, blue dumplings, dried beef hash, and sofkey. Each recipe names the contributor and her tribal affiliation. No listings in OCLC as of March, 2023.; 11 pp- $120
- $120
Yellowstone Park Scrap Book
Scrapbook of a family trip through South Dakota, Montana, Wyoming, with most photographs depicting Yellowstone National Park. Likely created around 1920. Scrapbook includes 73 b&w photographs, 45 of these are RPPCs, and the remaining 28 are b&w snapshots taken by the family of the album. Snapshots and RPPCs measure between 4 ½" x 2 ¾" and 6" x 4", all are mounted, and many of the RPPCs have been trimmed. Album covers are green with "Scrap Book" gilt on front; brad bound; photos affixed with glue. Album covers have light wear and soiling; around half of the leaves are detached from the album; snapshots and RPPCs are in very good condition. Images depict a young man and women traveling in South Dakota, Montana and Wyoming, visiting the Black Hills, the Buffalo Bill Museum, and Yellowstone National Park. A sweet album of a western trip. ; 4to 11" - 13" tall- $45
- $45
First Annual Report of the Board of Directors of the Denver and Rio Grande Railway to the Stockholders, April 1st, 1873
Wrapper intact with a few tears, soiling, and corner wear. Soil on edges and light soil on some pages. Some offsetting and shadowing from a tipped in map onto the title page. The report includes two folding maps and a folding profile, in very good condition: 1. Map of the Denver and Rio Grande Railway and Connections, 60 cm x 34 cm; 2. Map Showing the Property of the Central Colorado Improvement Company, 20.5 cm x 33 cm; and 3. Profile of Arkansas Valley Branch Denver and Rio Grande Railway from South Pueblo to Coal Banks / Profile of Line of Denver and Rio Grande Railway from Denver to Pueblo, 22.5 cm x 85 cm. William Jackson Palmer started the railroad and eventually worked in Mexico to complete continuous rail lines from Denver to Mexico City. The narrow gauge railroad had many noteworthy achievements, at one time owning the most narrow gauge track in North America and running the last non-Amtrak passenger train service in the West. This report contains details of the acts of Congress regarding the railway, the mortgage of the company, mining and agricultural freight needs, construction costs, and the negotiations with Mexico for the Mexican railroad. A scarce copy, laying out the practical plans of a railroad's highly ambitious undertaking. Only three copies found on OCLC as of November 2015.; 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall; 84 pp- $3,500
- $3,500
Set of Four Edward Abbey Western Wilderness Calendars (1992-1995)
Set of four Edward Abbey Western Wilderness Calendars covering the years from 1992 to 1995. Calendars are all staple bound and have been lightly used. Outer wrappers have some mild soiling and creasing. Interiors are all clean and unused. Overall, a nice set in very good condition. The western wilderness calendar series began as a collaboration between bookseller Ken Sanders and author Edward Abbey. This set begins with the 1991 special memorial edition published following Abbey's death. Each calendar features striking color photos of western landscapes paired with quotations from Abbey and other acclaimed writers such as Barry Lopez, Terry Tempest Williams, and Wendell Berry. ; 10" x 14"- $75
- $75
The R. G. S. Story: Rio Grande Southern – Volume II: Telluride, Pandora and the Mines Above
Collman, Russ; Dell A. McCoy Pictorial boards in protective brodart sleeve. "Display" stamped in red on front endpaper. A very clean copy. Overall very good. Volume II of the ultimate railroad series, this volume focuses on the history of the Rio Grande Southern in Telluride, Pandora and the Upper San Miguel mining district. ; B&W and Color Illustrations; 4to 11" - 13" tall; 496 pp- $65
- $65
Twice A Year: A Book of Literature, the Arts, and Civil Liberties
Norman, Dorothy & Lescaze, Mary Paper over boards, blue lettering, brown sunning on spine with three creases. Cover has moderate wear along edges, with back edge taped in place; otherwise in fair condition. Binding intact, boards firm. This is a collected works of art, essays, poetry, and criticism from various writers, including Albert Einstein, Rainer Maria Rilke, Charles Olsen, and Henry Miller. ; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; 566 pp
Tune in Yesterday: the Ultimate Encyclopedia of Old-Time Radio, 1925-1976
Dunning, John Gray with red & white lettering. Dust jacket wrapped in mylar. Moderate wear to jacket edges. Tight binding, clean interior. This is an encyclopedia of drama, comedy, and variety radio shows from 1925 to 1976, with some commentary & history by John Dunning.