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Unless otherwise noted, the books below can be ordered by calling Betty's Books toll-free 1-888-202-6657, or local 541-523-7551. Credit cards accepted.


Baker County - Links To The Past compiled and edited by Eloise Dielman. Historical perspectives, essays, and interviews of Baker County residents with photos from the Baker County Library Historic Photo Collection. Published by Baker County Historical Society, Trade Paperback 128 pp; $10.00


Dr. Bill Kuhl, Family and Friends - Biography of Dr. Bill Kuhl, with remembrances of his many friends that show how his 45 years of veterinary service affected the lives of the rural community. Author: Betty Kuhl, Hudson Printers, Trade Paperback, 88 pp; $10.00


Elementary Readers - a learning series of nine books designed for ages 7-12 on subjects of history, social studies, science, and literature. Author: Nancy Garhan Attebury; Houghton-Mifflen Publishers; Stapled Paperback, $5 each

Gloria Steinem: Champion of Women’s Rights —Biography of Gloria Steinem and her efforts to bring about equality for women. Named to the 2007 Amelia Bloomer List. Author: Nancy Garhan Attebury. Compass Point Books, 118 pp., Hardback, $23.95


The Greenhorn Years - Oral history of a pioneering family in the mining towns of Greenhorn and Granite, Oregon from 1931 to 1942 with historic photographs, told by Jessie Gardner Mackay and compiled and edited by Lorene Allen. Hutch's Printing Co., Booklet, 30 pp; $5.00


Governor Joseph Gale and His Indian First Lady - Biographical history of Oregon's first governor.  Witness to the burning of Washington, D. C. in 1812, Joseph Gale went on to explore and settle in eastern Oregon. Authors Lillian Cummings Densley and Aaron G. Densley. Published by Snake River Secrets, Hard-cover 184 pp; $35

Harney County Buckaroo - Oral history of family and ranch life from the 1880s to 1950 told by Loren Dunten and compiled and edited by Lorene Allen with historic photographs. Hutch's Printing Company, Booklet, 30 pp; $5.00


Historic Baker City Oregon - compiled and edited by Eloise Dielman. Historical perspectives with photos from the Baker County Library Historic Photo Collection. Published by Friends of the Library, Trade Paperback; Available only from Baker County Public Library or Oregon Trail Museum; 128 pp; $19.99


I Only Dress the Wounds, Notes Of A Country Doctor - at times lyrical and poetic. It shows a deep respect for human dignity and pictures a way of living medicine that seems increasingly rare. Author: Ted Merrill, Homeostasis Press, Trade Paperback, 292 pp; $19.95


In Pursuit of the McCartys - historical biography of the McCarty family-a family that produced three outlaw sons in the late 1800's. The early cattle rustling and horse thievery by the McCartys eventually led to bank robbery and other serious crimes. Authors: Jon and Donna Skovlin, Reflections Publishing Co., Trade Paperback,358 pp; $19.95


John Day, A Brief History - Stanley Phillips collection of photographs and interviews collected over decades, compiled and edited by Lorene Allen and Loyce Phillips. Hutch's Printing Co.; 68 pp; $12.00


The Murder of John Hawk, Indians, Stockmen, Vigilantes and the Settling of the Northwest Frontier - Oregon history focused on the Wallowa Mountain and Snake River - Imnaha region. Authors: Jon and Donna McDaniels Skovlin, Bear Creek Press, Trade Paperback, 104 pp; $13.





Out and About - a learning series (4 books) for children. Tons of interesting tidbits and bright illustrations add to the fun. Includes hands-on activities that extend learning about each setting. For grades K through 4 and used successfully for special needs students of all ages. Author: Nancy Garhan Attebury; Picture Window Books; 24 pp; Trade Paperback - $8.95, Hardback - $18.95




A Pictorial History of Gold Mining In The Blue Mountains of Eastern Oregon - a historical account of the industry, the people, the communities, and the land, transformed by the 1860s rush for gold. Filled with black and white photos and maps. Author: Howard Brooks, Publisher: Baker County Historical Society; Trade Paperback, 200 pp; $20





Papa's Pantry, The Art of Cooking Italian - a delightful book containing 180 recipes of delicious and simple dishes. Humorous vignettes describing the author's childhood, growing up in an Italian home; a glossary of Italian food pronunciations, and a cheese and herb guide. Author: Concetta DeNaro Whitworth, Maverick Publications, 92 pp; $14.95

River Runts - an engaging memoir, told with wry wit by two brothers. Vignettes of treasured places and perspectives on parenting, history, society and growing up on the Salmon River around1920 -30s. Authors: Ted and Bill Merrill, Homeostasis Press, Trade Paperback 156 pp; $14.95


Sacred Shadow, Sacred Ground: AVietnam War Widows Journey Through Unresolved Grief - Healing from the losses war visits upon us is a process...one marked with pitfalls and epiphanies, self-destructiveness and courage, the paradoxes that measure the coming home from war. Author: Glenda M. Carter, Two Rainbows Publishing, Trade Paperback, 188 pp; $18.95

Sea Cop - an inside history of the National Marine Fisheries law enforcement program during the turbulent years of the establishment of federal control of fisheries treaties and policy. Author: Wayne C. Lewis, River Graphics, Trade Paperback, 230 pp; $14.95


Trails - Oral history from the late 1800s Oregon trail, to logging operations and railroads, in the Blue Mountains between Prairie City and Baker City, to working for the US Forest Service in the 1930s and 40s, with photographs. Told by George Donaldson, edited and compiled by Lorene Allen. Hutch's Printing Co., 30 pp; $5.00