I got it!!!!!...I couldn't wait to show it to you all!!!...I have wanted this book FOREVER!!...I have been trying to build my book collection and I'm always checking for bargains on ebay...Well, this book usually runs for $50 when I see it...And I had resolved myself to thinking if I wanted it I was going to have to pay that much...But on Saturday I did another search and there it was next to the one that was $54....I had to keep looking at it for it to register...DID IT SAY $1.69????????....YES!!!!!!!....Ok, what is the gimick???...But I got it and it is now in my hands!!!!...It is gently used...A ebayer was selling library books...So I now am the proud owner of Mary Emmerling's "American Country South"....She has other ones from around the US like American Country West, but the south one seemed to be harder to find...For me at least...And at $1.69....I'm so excited!!..And it is hardback!!...So I want to share some pictures of the south with you!! Until next time!!!...hugs Jen

at 3:28 PM Martha said...

Wow, what a great find! I love it. Do you have the Time Life Book series? I have two of the same if interested, A country Home I believe is the title, let me know, you can have it.

September 25, 2009 at 4:29 PM theolde stone house said...

Hi Jen
I'm putting that book on my list. What a great price. Can't beat that.The pictures are wonderful.

September 25, 2009 at 4:30 PM Excellent find. That book looks like it's be a great resource book for decorating.

September 25, 2009 at 4:56 PM Great book!! I've been finding some good deals on books too on eBay.
Happy Reading!!

September 25, 2009 at 5:01 PM Black Sheep Lisa said...

OH what goodies i see in there!
What a great deal!!

September 25, 2009 at 5:19 PM Linda said...

Jen............I love that book. I have a couple of her books from long ago, all still fun to look at.

September 25, 2009 at 7:44 PM TheKeepingroom said...

What a deal and such beauful pictures, makes me want to redecorate.

September 25, 2009 at 8:45 PM Janene said...

What an awesome book...and that price is unbelievable!
I see so many awesome items in those pictures.
Slurp...let me just dab the drool off my chin!de

September 25, 2009 at 9:36 PM Cat Nap Inn Primitives said...

WoW Jen!! you got a bargain..and I love the photos..enjoy your book..and have a wonderful weekend.:)

September 26, 2009 at 2:44 AM Debra ~ Black Creek Colonial ~ said...

Hi Jen,
Thanks for sharing a few pages with us! What a great deal you got on this beautiful book. I was especially drawn to the exterior & the cemetary shots for some reason. Really makes you wonder what their lives were like, huh?

September 26, 2009 at 6:34 AM Goat Creek Grandma said...

I can definately see why you wanted this book. The pictures you shared are fantastic. I would love to live in a home like that. I will now have to do some searching! :)

Take Care,

September 26, 2009 at 7:24 AM Sherri/Here Goes My Life said...

Great book and bargain. I can see why you are so excited. I loved watching her show on HGTV.
Thanks for sharing,Have a great weekend :)Sherri

September 26, 2009 at 10:18 AM Valley Primitives Gift Shoppe said...

Wow, that looks like a great book at and excellent find!!

September 26, 2009 at 11:14 AM Be still my heart....I've seen this book before...LUCKY YOU!!!!
I can't believe the price.

September 26, 2009 at 1:41 PM Gayle said...

Hey Jen - Sounds like you got a good deal on your lovely book. Next time you find one you want, be sure to check out cheapbooks.com to get lowest price available from all the online sources!

September 26, 2009 at 7:39 PM OMGoodness! It is eye candy!! YUMMO!

September 26, 2009 at 10:03 PM Silly girl- ALL of your posts are eye candy to me!! lol I am intrigued by these books you have been posting about... I never see books like that! Thanks so much for sharing them with us :)

September 26, 2009 at 10:37 PM simple~needs said...

okay, you talked me into it. i just ordered the book from amazon. i got it for 2.65 plus 3.00 shipping. :)

September 27, 2009 at 1:32 PM I just love this book and am going to see if I can order it on Amazon! Please, I have one small request, that beautiful blue and white Ohio Star quilt, could you take another full photo of it ~ or two? It is gorgeous and exactly the sort of quilt I want to make. Many thanks ~ Ann, Australia

September 27, 2009 at 4:19 PM mommynoodles said...

WOW! That is def. a book that you can look at over and over again!! Have fun w/ it! And have a "BLESSED" week!

September 27, 2009 at 7:20 PM just found your beautiful blog, love it!

September 27, 2009 at 8:43 PM Robby said...

Oh Jen.....I am in droolsville!!!! I love that book!!!! I need to search for one of those books! xxxRobby

September 28, 2009 at 2:10 AM carolyn@primitive~devotion said...

Congrats! What a great buy that was! Meant just for you! Looks like an awesome book!

September 28, 2009 at 12:25 PM TheRustyWillow said...

Well I fell in love with the book too!!! I just purchased it on ebay. Not the great deal you got and not the crazy 54 dollar price, but for 10 dollars.. not too bad. THANK YOU for sharing your great deal.

September 28, 2009 at 2:29 PM Karen~The Barely There Primitive Bear said...

Love the book, I will have to be
on the lookout for it...Also, you will like the Time
Life series of books...I have several of them....

I can send ya pictures of them, if
you would like.

Bear Hugs~Karen

September 30, 2009 at 12:30 AM just one of many of Mary's great books...she was and will always be the queen of country to me. Her books played a big role in my home decorating and gardens. I sure wish those old shows of hers were back on TV too. If only knew I would have taped them!!
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