Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Boards are brown with black spine and gilt titles. Small paint stroke on corner of board. Dust jacket has minor edge wear. Signed by the author on end paper. Interior is clean and unmarked. Covered in Brodart cover for further protection. Signed by Author(s).
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Original hardcover in jacket, SIGNED by Bush to Previous owner on half-title page on bookplate. Previous owner pasted a Christmas card, photograph of him with Bush, and then his bookplate to endpaper and reverse. Comes with several Bush/White House Christmas cards, all with printed signatures. Book is solid overall with some ordinary reading wear. There is obviously some waviness to the pages where the photograph, card was pasted at front. This is the First Printing of the first edition, full number line on copyright page. Additionally, there is a letter that appears to be signed by Bush, but I cannot honestly tell (blue marker ink). And some additional photographs, postcard. Book has been read and has some general wear, but is collectible and nice in protective mylar sleeve. Signed by Author.
Seller: Eric E Carr, Holliston, MA, U.S.A.
First Edition Signed
Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. 1st Edition. Hardcover. First Edition/First Printing. Near Fine condition in Near Fine dust jacket. SIGNED BY FORMER PRESIDENT GEORGE W. BUSH on publisher's bookplate affixed to first front fly leaf. Signature only, not inscribed to anyone. Signed by Author(s).
Language: English
Published by William Morrow, New York, 1999
ISBN 10: 0688174418 ISBN 13: 9780688174415
Seller: Barrister, Inc., Davie, FL, U.S.A.
First Edition Signed
Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. First Edition. Book NEAR FINE binders toning at inner hinges, 3" closed cut on front panel; dust jacket FINE. Signed By Bush on Bookplate on Half Title. Book.
Language: English
Published by William Morrow & Co, New York, 1999
ISBN 10: 0688174418 ISBN 13: 9780688174415
Seller: Daniel Montemarano, Newfield, NJ, U.S.A.
First Edition Signed
Hard Cover. Condition: Near Fine+. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine+. 1st Edition/1st Printing. SIGNED by Karen Hughes on a special 'Charge To Keep' color photo-card affixed to front end page: "With my best, Karen Hughes". $23.00 price present on DJ flap; mylar protected. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. 1st Edition. Inscribed ("To Vern") by George W. Bush on insert pasted to FFEP. Insert is cover from the paperback "A Fresh Start for America: Policy Addresses of George W. Bush," a 1999 campaign booklet. First printing, DJ unclipped with $23.00 price present. Ink underlining and marginalia noted on approximately 10 pages. Text block is tight with slight skew. Very minor rubbing to DJ. No bumping, no edgewear. Inscribed by Author(s).
Language: English
Published by New York: William Morrow and Company, Inc., 1999., 1999
ISBN 10: 0688174418 ISBN 13: 9780688174415
Seller: David Hallinan, Bookseller, Columbus, MS, U.S.A.
First Edition Signed
First edition, first printing (per publisher's requisite statement for former and number line for latter upon copyright page) SIGNED BY THE AUTHOR. xviii, 253 pages. Hardcover: H 24cm x L 15.75cm. Dust jacket with minor bumping at edges; front flap is not price-clipped; dj presented in an older lightly rubbed mylar protector. Black spine lightly bumped at heel; light brown boards strongly bumped at their bottom fore-edge corners with minor bumping to top corners. Deckle fore-edge. Author's black felt-tip ink signature "George Bush" in his usual bold illegible scrawl upon title page; interior leaves are otherwise bright and clean. Binding retains some crispness. A very good+ copy in a fine dust jacket. Although without any markings as such, the book was obtained from the extensive signed political memorabilia collection of Air Force veteran and onetime Acting Deputy Under Secretary of Defense Arthur J. Myers of Alexandria, Virginia. ISBN 0688174418.
Published by William Morrow, NY, 1999
Seller: bookroom, Livingston, TX, U.S.A.
First Edition Signed
Condition: Fine. First edition first printing hardcover Fine in fine dust jacket SIGNED BY BUSH ON BOOKPLATE ATTACHED TO HALF TITLE PAGE. Signed by Author(s).
Language: English
Published by William Morrow and Company, New York, 1999
ISBN 10: 0688174418 ISBN 13: 9780688174415
Seller: Second Story Books, ABAA, Rockville, MD, U.S.A.
First Edition Signed
Hardcover. Dust Jacket Condition: dj. First Edition, First Printing. Octavo, xvi, 253 pages. In Very Good condition with a Very Good condition dust jacket. Spine black with white lettering. Dust jacket protected with a mylar covering, price uncut: '$23.00. Light shelfwear. Inscribed by Bush on bookplate affixed to front free endpaper. Shelved Case 1 1/2. 1384505. Shelved Dupont Bookstore. Signed.
Language: English
Published by U.S.A.: William Morrow, 1999
ISBN 10: 0688174418 ISBN 13: 9780688174415
Seller: Riverby Books, Fredericksburg, VA, U.S.A.
First Edition Signed
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Hardcover with DJ. Black spine with brown paper over boards. Gold lettering on the spine. Glossy, pictorial DJ in very good condition. No date on the title page. Copyright page dated 1999. Stated first edition. Number line is 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10. 253 pages. Signed on the half title page in black sharpie. No date, no inscription, just his name. Very good condition. Black remainder stripe on the bottom foreedge. Signed by Author(s).
Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. 1st Edition. A Charge to Keep by George W. Bush. Signed by author on publishers bookplate. First edition, first printing. Jacket shows some rubbing on the back panel but still a very attractive copy with a dust jacket wrapper on it. Not price clipped and not a remainder. Signed by Author(s).
Language: English
Published by William Morrow & Co, New York, 1999
ISBN 10: 0688174418 ISBN 13: 9780688174415
Seller: Daniel Montemarano, Newfield, NJ, U.S.A.
First Edition Signed
Hard Cover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. 1st Edition/1st Printing. SIGNED by George W. Bush on a special 'A Charge To Keep' bookplate on dedication page (signature only). Also SIGNED by Karen Hughes on a special 'Charge To Keep' bookplate on half-title page (signature only). remainder mark on bottom else fine. $23.00 price present on DJ flap; mylar protected. (Bonus: Comes with a 1st edition unsigned softcover copy of Bush's "Record of Accomplishment: Building a Safer World"). Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Signed by Author.
Language: English
Published by William Morrow and Company, Inc, New York, 1999
ISBN 10: 0688174418 ISBN 13: 9780688174415
Seller: The First Edition Rare Books, LLC, Cincinnati, OH, U.S.A.
First Edition Signed
Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: near fine. The first edition, first printing of A Charge to Keep, inscribed by George W. Bush. (illustrator). First Edition, First Printing. Octavo, xvi, 253pp. Gilt title on spine, clean pages. A first edition, first printing, with "first edition" stated on copyright page and a full number line. In the publisher's fine dust jacket, $23.00 price on front flap. Inscribed on front free endpaper: "To Mike / Best wishes / George W. Bush." A fine copy. Signed.
Language: English
Published by Scranton, Pennsylvania, U.S.A.: William Morrow & Co, 1999
ISBN 10: 0688174418 ISBN 13: 9780688174415
Seller: Evergreen Books LLC, Lakewood, CO, U.S.A.
First Edition Signed
Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. 1st Edition. Slightest of wear to book and dust jacket; o/w F/F; signed by President Bush on specially designed "A Charge To Keep" bookplate which is attached to the half title page. Signed by Author(s).
Language: English
Published by William Morrow And Co. , N. Y., 1999
ISBN 10: 0688174418 ISBN 13: 9780688174415
First Edition Signed
hardcover with dustjacket. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. First Edition. Signed First Edition. Boldly signed on the half title page, by the then Governor of Texas, George W. Bush, soon after to become the Nation's 43rd President. It is his signature only - not signed to anyone - signed by him directly on the page with a bold black felt tip pen, not on a book plate. 253 pages, index. Original publisher's price of $23.00 is on the dust jacket. No wear or tears on the jacket and no writing (other than President's signature) , marks, or any other names or writing in book. Has the complete number line of "1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10" below First Edition statement on publisher's page. Dust jacket and book are in Fine condition, without defects. ; 6 1/4 in. x 9 1/2 in.; 253 pages; Signed by Author.
Language: English
Published by U.S.A.: William Morrow, 1999
ISBN 10: 0688174418 ISBN 13: 9780688174415
Seller: ODDS & ENDS BOOKS, Sherwood Forest, CA, U.S.A.
First Edition Signed
Hardcover. Condition: As New. Dust Jacket Condition: As New. 1st Edition. 1ST EDITION/1ST PRINTING STATED hardcover book LIKE NEW does have a reminder mark on top page edges/dustjacket LIKE NEW brodart covered, SIGNED on the half title page by author/ former Texas governor - former US president GEORGE W BUSH (43). Signed by Author(s).
Language: English
Published by The Easton Press, Norwalk, Conn., 1999
Seller: Ann Open Book, Lansing, MI, U.S.A.
First Edition Signed
Leather. Condition: As New. No Jacket. 1st Edition. Certificate of Authenticity included. Signed by Author(s).
Language: English
Published by William Morrow and Company, Inc, New York, 1999
ISBN 10: 0688174418 ISBN 13: 9780688174415
First Edition Signed
Paper Boards. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine +. First Edition, First Printing. A handsome First Edition, First Printing with former president George Bush's signature direct onto the half title page. The book is near fine. Bound in black and brown paper boards with light spotting, very minor with bright gilt lettering across an unmarred spine. Light rubbing to bottom edge, also very minor. Minor bumping and crinkling to spine ends and corners with an otherwise beautiful outer presentation. Pages throughout are crisp. Over 20 glossy black and white photographs in fine condition. Beautiful rough cut fore page edges. Dust jacket protected in archival cover. In near fine condition but for the lightest crinkling at spine ends and faint price tape residue on front panel. Clear and bright color photographs on both front and back panel with bright text throughout. Fine spine edge with bright title. Interior flaps in fine condition with price of "23.00" intact. An interesting view into the former president's life experiences prior to his election to office.
Language: English
Published by U.S.A.: William Morrow, 1999
ISBN 10: 0688174418 ISBN 13: 9780688174415
Seller: ODDS & ENDS BOOKS, Sherwood Forest, CA, U.S.A.
First Edition Signed
Hardcover. Condition: As New. Dust Jacket Condition: As New. 1st Edition. 1ST EDITION/1ST PRINTING STATED hardcover LIKE NEW/dustjacket LIKE NEW brodart covered, SIGNED on the half title page by author/former U S president (43) GEORGE W BUSH. Signed by Author(s).
Published by Easton, Norwalk, 1999
Seller: Argosy Book Store, ABAA, ILAB, New York, NY, U.S.A.
Signed
hardcover. Condition: near fine. Illustrated. xvi + 253 pages. 8vo, gilt-decorated brown leather, all edges gilt; some spots of minor scuffing to the front cover. Norwalk: Easton Press (1999). But for the scuffing, a fine copy. Signed by George W. Bush and with a certificate of authenticity.
Published by Easton Press, Norwalk, 1999
Seller: The First Edition Rare Books, LLC, Cincinnati, OH, U.S.A.
Signed
Full leather. Condition: Fine. Signed limited edition of A Charge To Keep by George W. Bush. (illustrator). Limited Edition. Octavo, xvi, 253 pp. Brown leather, title in gilt on spine, decorative gilt on panels. Raised bands on spine. All gilt leaf ends. Small bumped edge along top of book. Lacking paperwork from Easton Press. This limited edition copy was signed by President George W. Bush, as he campaigned for the presidency in 1999. There were 2,500 copies signed by the author, but they are not individually numbered. A desirable limited edition, signed by President George W. Bush. Signed.
Seller: Stuart Lutz Historic Documents, Inc., South Orange, NJ, U.S.A.
Signed
JAMES P. ALLAIRE (1785-1858). Allaire was a mechanic and businessman who produced engines for Robert Fultons steamboats. He built the Allaire Works in New Jersey, where he mined for iron ore and produced machines. An archive of five James Allaire letters to his wife Calicia Allaire at the Howell Works. The Village collapsed in 1846, and these letters to his wife were done in the aftermath. He wrote on long blue paper. The archive consists of:1) ALS. 1pg. 8 x 12 . April 12, 1848. New York. An autograph letter signed James P. Allaire: Yesterday I had no letter or tidings from you. I sent after supper to the BoatI look for you on Friday if a good day I am somewhat suspicious that you and I will be disappointed for as much as I want to see you, I hope you want to expose yourself to sickness by coming in bad weatherMiss Jack wants to know what kind of ribbon Mrs. Odlum wishes to have on her hat. I shall try to send two bbl Rye Flour to day I hope you have been able to ride out the good days we have had and when I see you, you will look and feel much better than when you left New York. The letter has mailing folds and a seal tear.2) ALS 1pg. 8 x 12 . June 11, 1848. New York. An autograph letter signed James P. Allaire: I have to wait Mr. Collins bidding he sent me word that he would be here on Monday 11 Oclock which will prevent my coming until Tuesday when I will come unless something else prevents meI stay on our own account, it is my duty to provide for my family and we all stand in need of provision. I am going to Red Bank today to see Mr. T.G. Combs, I shall want him to be security for me to carry up the lawsuit to a higher tribunal in July next. If I do not see him today I shall have to stay at Red Bank on Tuesday for that purpose and he may be from home on a weekday my dear, nobody can want to see another more than I do. The letter has light staining and mailing folds.3) ALS. 2pg. 8 x 12 . August 18, 1848. New York. An autograph letter signed James P. Allaire: Jack got home between 2 and 3 OClock this afternoon she could not find me so I did not get your letter till late and as I was uneasy to hear from you I sent a boy down to the Boat but before he returned your letter was handed me by Cousin SusanJack says Matilda took home a very large tomatoe [sic], I expect it was from the seed I got from Mr. CorliersI want the seed for next yearhe cant mix the seed nor have the plants too close that thye mix and have a mongrel sortyou will have some company to make this time pass not very lonely till your old man that loves you as dearly as tho he was young can come and spend a few days with you. I feel that I must not be out of the way not only for the business of the concern but for the business of my own that I expect so much from and have mentioned to you as far as I could and do rightshe was able to give George a whipping I believe our Breed dont make much ado about these things but nevertheless I hope you wont try again. The letter has minor staining and mailing folds.4) ALS. 1pg. 8 x 12 . September 28, 1848. New York. An autograph letter signed James P. Allaire: I have not heard anything about Campbell and DavidInstead of your having less to do, you will have more now that I have sent you Linen for Mrs. Roe and HalI do not wish you to work so hard as to expose your healthI have not sent the Sugar for Brookside nor the Boots or clothsI hope she will help you sow besides gathering apples you must show her how to keep book and let her go to the Store with you for I want you to come to New York some time next week that is if I am not able to come and see you in thE beginning of the week for I shall not be able to come on Saturday. Capt. Comstock is to be here on Saturday, I expect to engage an Engine and it will not do for me to be absentNow my dear as you are Manager of the Howell Works I think it will be more to my interest and I am sure more satisfactory to me if you will jump on your horse and ride to Brookside and Jones Farm an.