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John Paul the Great: A Eulogy by Msgr. Francis J. Weber.  [Mission Hills CA]:  El Camino Real Press, 2005.

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12 pp. letterpress by Patrick Reagh; decorative endpapers; papal frontispiece; details some of the accomplishments of this revered pontiff.  Bound in gilt red leatherette by Marianna Blau.  Measures 2-7/8″ x 2-3/16″.  Limited edition of 150 copies.  Very fine, as new condition.

Billy Graham once said of Pope John Paul II that he will “go down in history as the greatest of the modern Popes.  He is the strong conscience of the whole Christian world.”  There is no one who has spoken with a greater range and intensity on behalf of human dignity than this Pope.

Msgr. Weber cherished the Pope’s visit to San Fernando Mission in 1987.

Regular price:  $20.  This week only:  $16. + $3 to mail. 

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Miniature books are my only business.  From antiquarian rarities to modern artist books, I offer limited editions, micro-miniatures, thumb Bibles, children’s books, ABC books, books on books, etc., etc.  Beautiful books of virtually every genre are available in miniature format.

On the CATALOGS page, you can view pdf versions of over 65 catalogs.  My most recent e-catalogs are on this page.  The e-catalogs are emailed to collectors worldwide and the books tend to sell quickly.  In addition to e-catalogs, there are catalogs listed by publisher and also some specialty catalogs.  It is easy to order a book from any catalog…just call or email me.

There are approximately 2,300 miniature books in my inventory… feel free to ask if you are looking for a specific book. You are also welcome to visit my miniature book library on your next trip to San Diego.

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Catalog 67 – May 1, 2017, is now posted on the CATALOGS page

Next e-catalog:  July 1, 2017

Enjoying the atmosphere at the MBS Boston Conclave, Goddard Library, Clark University

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I am  a member of the Zamorano Club, the Valverde Society, and the Miniature Book Society (MBS).  For information on joining MBS, go to the MBS WEBSITE .

Recipient of the Miniature Book Society’s Glasgow Cup Award in 2012 and the Norman Forgue Award in 2010.