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DARNER, Kirt (b. 1939). A group of 3 titles by the famous h...

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DARNER, Kirt (b. 1939). A group of 3 titles by the famous hunter/poacher, including: How to Find Giant Bucks. [Marceline: Walsworth Publisher, 1983]. 8vo. Illustrated. Publisher?s illustrated glossy boards (minor rubbing). Fine. FIRST EDITION. -- Another copy.?[Marceline: Walsworth Publisher, 1985]. 8vo. Illustrated. Publisher?s deluxe binding of full brown morocco, front board and spine stamped in gilt, all edges gilt (spine a bit dull). COLLECTOR?S EDITION, #59/500 SIGNED BY DARNER. -- Hunting the Rockies. [Marceline: Walsworth Publisher, 1988]. 8vo. Illustrated.Publisher?s illustrated glossy boards (minor rubbing). FIRST EDITION. Several letters, brochures from Darner?s wife and publishing partner, Paula, who signed several letters. Darner was a record-setting hunter and outfitter in the 1970s and 80s; unfortunately, he was convicted of poaching and receiving stolen merchandise (animal carcasses) in 2008. He was banned for life from hunting.