Vendeur : WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : Good. The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine. N° de réf. du vendeur GOR008654814
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Vendeur : WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. N° de réf. du vendeur GOR008635062
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Vendeur : BoundlessBookstore, Wallingford, Royaume-Uni
Etat : Good. VG condition book with dust jacket. DJ is clean, has fresh colours and has little wear to edges. Book has clean and bright contents. N° de réf. du vendeur 9999-999100463221
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Vendeur : WeBuyBooks, Rossendale, LANCS, Royaume-Uni
hardcover. Etat : Very Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. N° de réf. du vendeur rev4663378877
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Vendeur : Crappy Old Books, Barry, Royaume-Uni
Hardback. Etat : Used. In the grand and labyrinthine world of architecture, few establishments capture the essence of bafflement and grandeur quite like Two Temple Place. Step inside the hallowed pages of Barbara Bryant?s 2013 offering, published by the ever-intriguing Bulldog Trust, where the very walls seem to whisper secrets of quirkiness, art, and, dare we say, existential angst. This book promises a delightful exploration of a building that is not merely a structure but a character in its own right?a character that often feels like it?s auditioning for a role in a rather eccentric play. But what exactly does Two Temple Place represent? Perhaps it is a love letter to Victorian architecture, or perhaps a cryptic guide to deciphering the sentiments of stone and mortar. One cannot be entirely sure, as Bryant?s prose flits about like a confused moth drawn to a very specific lightbulb that might not even be switched on. In this convoluted narrative, you will find yourself questioning not only the purpose of the building but the very purpose of existence itself. Will you emerge enlightened or merely more confused? That is, dear reader, a gamble you must take. Our protagonist?if we can dare to use such a term in this context?is none other than the building itself, a veritable mélange of Gothic Revival and baffling ornamentation. It stands resolute on the banks of the Thames, perhaps contemplating the human condition or simply practicing its best impression of a grandiose cake. The building is said to harbor within its walls a plethora of art, history, and the occasional tea party hosted by someone who forgot to invite the guests. In a world where buildings often play second fiddle to their more charismatic inhabitants, this one takes center stage and demands your attention, even if you?re not quite sure why. Condition: Used. This book has been gently thumbed through by previous owners, indicating that it has survived the ages with a certain grace, or at least the ability to withstand the curious fingers of amateur historians and casual art enthusiasts alike. Expect slightly dog-eared pages and a cover that tells tales of a life well-lived in the dusty corners of second-hand bookshops?much like our own dear selves. As you leaf through the pages, you will encounter a myriad of eccentric illustrations and musings that could easily be mistaken for the ramblings of a caffeinated architect. Barbara Bryant?s knack for weaving the seemingly mundane into the fabric of the extraordinary is truly a sight to behold, much like the building itself; at times bewildering, at times uplifting, and at others, just plain odd. It?s like discovering a rare breed of flower in a field of dandelions?where did it come from, and why is it making you question your life choices? Moreover, Bryant has a gift for imbuing her text with an air of irony that leaves you chuckling and scratching your head simultaneously. As you read, you might find yourself questioning your very sanity, as each chapter unfolds like a riddle wrapped in an enigma, served on a plate of perplexity. You?ll want to know what happens next, even if you can?t quite grasp the particulars of the plot?or lack thereof. Is there a plot? Or are we just here to admire the building?s questionable taste in decor? For those who relish a good old-fashioned intellectual workout, Two Temple Place is a delightful conundrum waiting to be tackled. You might walk away with more questions than answers, but isn?t that the hallmark of great literature? In the end, it doesn?t really matter whether you fully understand the intricacies of the building or the author?s intentions. What matters is that you took the plunge into this odd little book, available at none other than Crappy Old Books, where we celebrate the peculiar and the perplexing with each and every turn of the page. So, dust off your best monocle, grab a cup of Earl Grey, and prepare to be amused, bemused, and perhaps a little confused as you explore the resplendent weirdne. N° de réf. du vendeur 2319
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Vendeur : Recycle Bookstore, San Jose, CA, Etats-Unis
Hardcover. Etat : Near Fine. Etat de la jaquette : Very Good. book has slight wear to corners, and ends of spine, otherwise in solid clean shape. dust jacket has slight wear to corners,and ends of spine, slight smudging to back cover, otherwise in bright sharp shape, w plastic archival cover, N° de réf. du vendeur 1013515
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Vendeur : GoldBooks, Denver, CO, Etats-Unis
Hardcover. Etat : new. New Copy. Customer Service Guaranteed. N° de réf. du vendeur 92O94_30_0957062826
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