Just to demonstrate that The Eclectic Reader really does carry a variety of literature for all ages and philosophies, here is a rather choice rare book that has arrived recently. At this time it is on hold for someone. It they do not come for it in two weeks, it will be available. It … Continue reading
Book Review: Tuck Everlasting by Natalie Babbitt, published in 1975. Quite honestly, I prefer reading children’s books to modern fiction. They never drag on and on with excessive description. They get right to the point. The authors know they have to catch you right off. In Tuck Everlasting, 10 year old Winnie discovers a secret … Continue reading
When you need a break from reality into some really grand historical fiction, I recommend the Outlander series by Diana Gabaldon. I have been promoting this book series for some time now. It’s a fine escape. I felt strongly that if someone could transfer this story to the screen as serious historical fiction – instead … Continue reading
Edward Abbey fans, The Monkey Wrench Gang, Tenth Anniversary edition 1985, illustrated by R. Crumb, signed by Abbey – $300 Beyond the Wall, trade paperback, signed by Abbey in my presence, 1984 printing – $150 Beyond the Wall, hardback, first edition, 1984 – $50 Hayduke Lives!, hardback, 1st edition – $12 Desert Solitaire, mass … Continue reading
In the book business, the acquisition of an impressive collection of books on a single subject usually involves a death. Occasionally these days, such a windfall will occur when the former owner is downsizing or moving and has to dispense with the baggage of a lifetime pursuit. Such was the case when I recently obtained … Continue reading
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