Books published by publisher The Saalfield Publishing Company

PUBLISHED IN 1943 BY SAALFIELD. OUR COPY HAS BEEN WELL READ. BLUE HARDCOVER WITH FADING AND DISCOLORATION. A FEW DINGS AND SOME SCUFFING AT EDGES OF SPINE AND ON COVERS. NO MARKING OR WRITING FOUND IN BOOK. BINDING TIGHT. INSIDE COVERS & PAGES SHOW HEAVY TANNING & DISCOLORATION. MUSTY ODOR. DUST JACKET INTACT, WITH DINGS AND SOME DISCOLORATION.

Barsas Gården is a Finnish 'Little House on the Prairie' story, set in 1950's Scandinavia. Rich with historical drama and practical detail, you will be swept up into the life of little Hagar and her sister and brothers, aunts and uncles and grandmas and grandpas on this idyllic farmstead in Lovisa, Finland. Your own childhood comes back to you as you laugh at all the funny episodes of the Barsas family, lived and experienced through the eyes of their children.

Charming introduction for youngsters to railroads from the Golden Era of steam. Covers every aspect -- from making up the train before dawn in the yard, tending passengers on the expresses, moving freight, and the importance of strong bridges, to the romance of night expresses. Illustrated with a mix of black and white photos and delightful watercolors. Oversized (12.25" x 10"). Scarce.

The Bible is filled with fascinating and intriguing references to birds, animals, and insects. This wonderfully illustrated resource discusses 25 of the most significant animals in the Bible using scriptural references and scientific research. Each message is attention-getting, inspiring, and enriching. Specific lessons for an animal are accompanied by a prayer and a detailed drawing. It's a spiritual resource you'll refer to again and again! Learning From The Lizard is a fascinating, readable, and informative book that will delight everyone. Ruth Stafford PealeChairman of the Board, Guideposts Learning From The Lizard is an excellent resource for guiding a group in devotion or an individual on personal retreat, and it is uniquely fitted for use as a family devotional guide. It will be a welcome companion to young and old alike as they read and reflect upon scripture and observe the marvels of creation. Reuben P. Job, former bishopIowa Conference, United Methodist Churchformer editor, The Upper Room Samuel J. Hahn grew up in rural Iowa, and his early farm life left him with a rich heritage for understanding animals and wildlife. A graduate of Westmar College and Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary, his 45 years of pastoral ministry included a stint as state church camp director. Scott Patton is a graduate of Iowa State University and is well-known for his pen and ink drawings, pencil drawings, and acrylic paintings. He has received numerous awards, including first place in the Iowa Wildlife Federation's 1993 and 1998 Belt Buckle Contests and the 1998 Honor Award from the Soil and Water Conservation Society for educating and inspiring viewers nationwide by portraying the beauty of nature and the environment"". Patton's painting of a great horned owl was selected for Indiana's 1999/2000 Hoosier Outdoor Calendar.