The Time It Never Rained (Chisholm Trail Series) (Volume 2)
Language: English
Published by TCU Press, 1989
- Softcover
- Used
Seller: The House of Genevieve, Canton, GA, U.S.A.The House of Genevieve
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Condition: Used - Very good
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Author: Elmer Kelton Title: The Time It Never Rained Publisher: Texas Christian University Press Place of Publication: Fort Worth Year: 1989 Edition: TCU Press Reprint Edition (Chisholm Trail Series, No. 2) Printing: Third Printing Binding: Softcover Dust Jacket: None issued ISBN (if applicable): 0-912646-89-6 Illustrations: None observed Pagination: Not stated Dimensions: Not measured Language: English Provenance: Inscribed to a named recipient on the title page Signed: Signed and inscribed by Elmer Kelton, dated 7/23/92 Notable Attributes: Chisholm Trail Series Number Two; new introduction by Elmer Kelton and afterword by Tom Pilkington; author-signed copy Edition Verification Notes: Copyright page states original publication by Doubleday in 1973 and republication by TCU Press in 1984, with “Third Printing, 1989” explicitly noted, confirming this as a signed later printing of the TCU Press reprint edition. Condition: Softcover wraps show moderate shelf wear with edge wear, light creasing, and surface rubbing; corners exhibit mild wear and slight bending. Spine remains intact with readable titling and light wear. Binding is stable. Interior pages are clean with mild, even age toning and no markings observed aside from the author inscription on the title page. No dust jacket as issued for this format. Description: Signed TCU Press Chisholm Trail Series edition of Elmer Kelton’s noted Western novel first published in 1973. This third printing (1989) includes a new introduction by the author and an afterword by Tom Pilkington, presenting the work in its regional press format devoted to Western and Texas literature. The title is widely regarded as a significant depiction of drought-era ranch life in West Texas and is increasingly collected in signed examples. From a carefully curated catalog emphasizing collectible, decorative, and historically significant editions selected for condition and presentation. Collector and dealer inquiries are welcome, and we are happy to watch for specific titles or editions for private libraries and curated collections. All items are carefully packed and shipped using environmentally conscious materials, including recycled boxes and protective packing whenever possible.…
Seller Inventory # BKS-KEL-1973-S-HC-DJ-0023
- Title
- The Time It Never Rained (Chisholm Trail Series) (Volume 2)
- Author
- Kelton, Elmer
- Publisher
- TCU Press
- Publication year
- 1989
- Condition
- Very good
- Signed
- Inscribed by Author(s)
- Binding
- Soft cover
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 0912646896
- ISBN 13
- 9780912646893
- Edition
- Special Edition
- Printing
- 4th Printing
- Item weight
- 1 pound
- Dimensions
- 1.01 inches width by 5.91 inches height by 9.06 inches depth
- Seller catalogs
- Signed and Inscribed Books, Texas & Regional History, Western Americana
There is no surprise ending to this story, no magical solution to the harsh realities of life in West Texas. The reading of this novel lies not in what happens next but in the unfolding depth of a strong character and the clear picture of a time and a place.
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