BOOKS

All American Cowboy Cookbook

All American Cowboy Cookbook

By Ken Beck and Jim Clark. This book has over 300 recipes from the world’s greatest cowboys. It is a popular book with those who like to use the recipes, or those who enjoy the photos of their favorite actors of film and television. 7-3/4" x 10-1/4". Soft cover, 355 pages.

#1165

17.00  


America From The Sky

America From The Sky Book

Sharon Rexroth wanted to teach her grandkids about America, but couldn’t find a book to capture their interest. She designed this book to show them the United States through the eyes of the national bird, the bald eagle. Filled with gorgeous color watercolors by Lee-Ann Paasch. 8.5" x 11", spiral-bound soft cover, 32 pages.

#7880

$10.00  


The Bridges of Madison County Paperback

The Bridge of Madison County Book

The romantic novel by Robert James Waller that was the basis for the film version starring Clint Eastwood takes place right here! This best-selling book has been translated into 24 languages and over 50 million copies have been sold worldwide!
Soft cover, 4-1/8" x 6.75", 201 pages.

#7890

$7.00  


The Covered Bridges Cookbook

The Covered Bridges Cookbook

Packed with great recipes for appetizers & beverages, salads, soups, casseroles, vegetable dishes, breads, meats, cakes, desserts, bars, cookies, candy and more. with 18 pages of helpful hints, including sizes of baking pans & dishes, cooking temperatures & times, emergency substitutions, weights & measures, and a spice guide. 6" x 8.5", spiral-bound, 210 pages.

#7895

$12.00  


Covered Bridges of Madison County Book

 Covered Bridges of Madison County Book


A brief yet succinct book about the remaining covered bridges here in Madison County, Iowa, made famous by the novel and film The Bridges of Madison County. Professor Andrew R. Howard gives a thorough review of construction methods, why the bridges were covered, and photos and descriptions of each bridge.
Softcover, 6" w x 9" h, 48 pages. While Supply Lasts.

#7975

$9.00  


Bridges to New Beginnings Book

Bridges to New Beginnings Book


Local author David Freligh spins an intriguing tale about Kim Johnson, who creates her own “witness protection program” by moving to Winterset to escape a bitter divorce and potential repercussions from testifying at a drug trial. A surprising and provocative journey. 5-1/4" x 8", soft cover, 192 pages.

#8055

$13.00  


A Cowboy Christmas

 A Cowboy Christmas

By Tom Van Dyke. A mythical tale, this is an action-packed adventure of life in the Old West. Young WB, not yet sixteen in 1873, falls in love, is ambushed, and deals with desert storms, gold mine explosions and flaming arrows in the pursuit of his beloved. A mysterious stranger introduces him to the most dangerous work of all—cowboying.
Softcover, 5-3/8" w x 8-3/8" h, 110 pages.

#7615

$20.00  


The Duke, A Life In Pictures

The Duke, A Life In Pictures

Veteran journalist Rob L. Wagner gathers together over 120 often unusual and rarely-seen photos of John Wayne to capture the highlights of his extraordinary life and career in images accompanied by detailed captions. A must-have for all Duke fans! Hardcover, 9-3/4" x 13", 96 pages.

#1200

$30.00  


Iowa From The Sky

Iowa From The Sky Book

Sharon Rexroth wanted to teach her grandkids about their home state of Iowa, but couldn’t find a book to spark their enthusiasm. She created this book to show them Iowa from the point of view of the state bird, the goldfinch. Filled with colorful watercolors by Lee-Ann Paasch. 8.5" x 11", spiral-bound soft cover, 32 pages.

#7885

$10.00  


John Wayne, An American Legend

John Wayne, An American Legend

By Roger M. Crowley. A coffee table sized book filled with outstanding photographs from the private collection of the author and others. Many photographs are of co-stars as well as film posters. A most informative and enjoyable read. Hard cover, 159 pages.

#1240

$35.00  


The John Wayne Code

The John Wayne Code book

Compiled and edited by Michael Turback, this “American Conservative Manifesto” uses Wayne’s own words—declarative, blunt sentences that expressed exactly what he meant—to articulate the wisdom of the Old Right. Softcover, 6" x 6", 167 pages.

#4845

$12.00  


John Wayne, My Father

John Wayne, My Father book

A fascinating insight into the real life of John Wayne, written by his daughter Aissa. Here’s a candid look at the private side of a complex and surprisingly sensitive man, devoted father, and human being. With numerous personal and family photos. Softcover, 6" x 9", 229 pages.

#7315

$18.00  


John Wayne – Stand Up & Be Counted, Pilgrim

John Wayne - Stand Up & Be Counted, Pilgrim book

Another in the series of books from publisher Wilma Russell’s Western Classics, this inspiring and unique book highlights Wayne’s thoughts about the Pledge of Allegiance, freedom, and what it means to be an American, with stupendous graphics and outstanding photography. Hardcover, 6.-1/4" x 6-3/4", 64 pages.

#4840

$12.95  


John Wayne - There Rode A Legend

JOHN WAYNE - There Rode A Legend Book

This stunning volume on John Wayne’s life with text by Jane Pattie is the first book from publisher Wilma Russell’s stable of Western Classics. Covering the life and career of this movie legend, it offers a rare glimpse at his life as a rancher and cattle breeder, his female film partners and sidekicks, son Michael Wayne’s pick of Duke’s top 10 westerns, and much more. Filled with exceptional photographs. Forward by Maureen O’Hara. 11-3/4" x 11-3/4". Hard cover, 275 pages.

#4020

$50.00  


John Wayne, True Grit American

John Wayne, True Grit American

Wilma Russell compiles yet another fascinating book on John Wayne, with Wayne’s Pledge of Allegiance from America, Why I Love Her as its unifying theme. Hardcover, 6-3/4" x 6-3/4", 66 pages.

#7705

$15.00  


John Wayne The Man Behind the Myth

John Wayne The Man Behind the Myth

By Michael Munn. Film journalist Munn is a John Wayne fan and he delivers a comprehensive overview of the man beyond his film roles, based on interviews with Wayne himself and many close associates. 6" x 9", softcover.

#1285

$16.00  


On Board with the Duke Book

On Board with the Duke Book


Subtitled “John Wayne and the Wild Goose” this gorgeous book by former Wild Goose Captain Bert Minshall is chock full of entertaining stories and fascinating photos of life aboard Duke’s former U.S. Navy mine sweeper turned personal yacht. 10-1/4" x 11-7/8", hardcover, 168 pages.

#8015

$50.00
  


The Quotable John Wayne Book

 The Quotable John Wayne Book

Complied & edited by Carol Lea Mueller, this inspirational collection contains Wayne anecdotes on God & country, the old west, friends and family and acting. It concludes with quotes from others about John Wayne the actor and John Wayne the man. Duke’s words are put together in a readable, memorable format that reveals, along with his grit, a quick and wicked sense of humor.
Hardcover, 5-1/8" w x 8.25" h, 71 pages.

#7540

$15.00  


The Official TV Western Round-up Book

The Official TV Western Round-up Book

Neil Summers and Roger M. Crowley give you the low-down on just about every western series made for television. Packed with great photos, there’s a synopsis of all your old favorites like The Lone Ranger and Bonanza, but also some unusual ones like Barbary Coast with Bill Shatner or The Swamp Fox with Leslie Nielsen. Includes a section of comments by some of those who earned their livings in westerns. Hardcover, 8-3/4" x 11-1/4", 208 pages.

#4945

$35.00  


The Young Duke

The Young Duke

By Howard Kazanjian and Chris Enss. This books tells how Marion Morrison became the legend known as John Wayne. Shedding new light on his formative years from his birth in Winterset, Iowa through his days as a college football star to his early Hollywood roles and influences, this biography reveals the true stories behind Duke. Includes previously unpublished photographs and family anecdotes. Hardcover, 6-1/4" x 9-3/8", 194 pages.

#4505

$15.00  



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