But For a Small Moment

I don't think this book was ever read. When I opened it, it made that splitting sound that new books sometimes make when the spine is cracked. It also smells brand new even though it was gifted in 1987.

 

Inscription reads: "1987. Dear Elder Firl, May God Bless you always, and you have a happy, healthy future. Eileen and Henry Smith"

Prophets Without Honour

The recipient of this book obviously attended York Preparatory School, which is located in New York City. This book was given as an award for Excellence in Science. You too can send your child to York for $33,900 a year.

 

Book plate reads:

York Preparatory School
York Preparatory
Honor Award
Presented to
Brian Wilson
in recognition of
Excellence in Science

If Tomorrow Comes

A few years back all the rage in books was apocalyptic themes. I love a good apocalyptic movie but not so much in books. Probably because I like the visual thrill of watching buildings collapse and natural disasters occur.

This is an end of the world book. I don't think a person needs to be religious to enjoy reading a book about the apocalypse.

 

Inscription reads: "Shawna & James, A cannot put it down book! Love Cheryl, Dennis, Sonja & Chandra"

The Book of Mormon

With the exception of dictionaries, I wonder if scripture books are the most well written in books out there. Passages underlined and notes in the margins; plus I come across a lot of inscribed bibles.

This is book is from Nana. I want to be Nana when I have grand kids.

 

Inscription reads: "1-15-06. To Drew, Study this well. I love you. Nana"

The Whistling Frog from Lily Pad Pond

I had a post a while back, The Boy Who Loved Birds, that was signed by the author and illustrator, who just happened to be father and daughter. This book is signed by the author and illustrator, who are father and son.

This book is so precious. It's about a frog that can only tweet, tweet like a bird. When I find books like this that are clearly a special gift, I get a little sad.

 

 

Inscription reads: "Douglas, You never know what you can do till you try. William Crain. B.C. (With an illustration of a frog)"

The Guinness Book of Records 1991

This book was gifted to a couple by a realtor. I wonder what made the realtor think that a book of world records would be a great housewarming gift. When I bought my house the realtor gave me a carbon monoxide detector and a fire extinguisher. Maybe the new home owners collected these books. The bad thing about these books though, is that they are only good for one year.

 

Inscription reads: "Frank & Rose, Thank you for the opportunity to help with your new home! Best Wishes, Dave"

The Lutz Snyder Co. Realtors