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Paperback. First Edition Thus (1985). Very Good+ to Near Fine in Wraps: shows the mildest rubbing to wrapper covers; a small scar at the middle of the front panel, where a sticker has been removed; two pages creased right at the upper tip; else flawless; the binding is square and secure; the text is clean. Free of creases to the panels. Free of creases to the backstrip. Free of any underlining, hi-lighting or marginalia or marks in the text. Free of any ownership names, dates, addresses, notations, inscriptions, stamps, plates, or labels. A handsome, nearly-new copy, structurally sound and tightly bound, showing a couple of minor, imperfections, one of them quite noticeable. Bright and Clean. Corners Sharp. Close to "As New". NOT a Remainder, Book-Club, or Ex-Library. 8vo. (7.75 x 5 x 0.3 inches), 123 pages. Language: English. Weight: 4.5 ounces. First published in 1983 by Salamander Press. Trade Paperback. Winner of the James Tait Black Memorial and the Hawtdhornden Prizes. This short collection of four short stories is connected by a theme of human littleness, provincialness, and self-deception. Music, art, and Italy are perhaps more basic links between the tales. Each of the stories features flawed human beings. The stories explore the relationships between people, exposing self-centered fantasies and delusions while at the same time showing the beauty of the human capacity to idealize and dream. The human pursuit of celebrity and celebrity-worship and the distance between celebrity and artistry are other themes that occur throughout the volume as well. Keates has mastered both the first-person and third-person narrative style. The stories also feature several homosexual characters and explores the problems of love both heterosexual and homosexual. First Edition Thus (1985). First published in 1983 by Salamander Press.

Paperback. Etat : Near Fine. 5 x 7 3/4 "; 430 pages.

Paperback. Etat : COLLECTIBLE - NEAR FINE. Joe Servello (Illustrator) (illustrateur). First Edition, First Thus. Text/Near New w/one folded corner & showing faint margin discoloration. Soft cover/NF w/light rubs to leading edges & wear to corner tips. Collection of three stories: 1, Django Reinhardt Played the Blues; 2, Blues on the Nile: A Fragment of Papyrus; and, 3, Boxcar Blues. The first story is set in Paris of the 1920s, the second in Ancient Egypt, and the last, in the American West. The tales of fantasy are much enriched by the deft pen and ink creations of Joe Servello.

Paperback. Very Good+ in Wraps: shows indications of very careful use: just a hint of wear to the extremities; moderate rubbing to the wrapper covers; the pages have tanned somewhat, due to aging; a couple of very faint hairline creases top to bottom of the backstrip; the binding leans very slightly, but remains perfectly secure; the text is clean. Not perfect, but remains close to 'As New'. NOT a Remainder, Book-Club, or Ex-Library. 8vo. 298 pages. Translated by Marget Sayers Peden. First Edition Thus [1988], Tenth Printing [1997]. Trade Paperback, not a Mass Market Paperback. First Edition Thus [1988], Tenth Printing [1997].

Soft cover. Etat : Fair. Fair. A good reading copy. May be substantial folding to pages, marks and browning but in tight readable condition.

Paperback. Etat : Near Fine. First Edition Thus (1985) . Very Good+ to Near Fine in Wraps: shows the very mildest rubbing to the extremities of the wrapper covers; a very faint crease near the bottom edge of the rear panel; the expected light tanning to the text pages due to aging; else flawless; the binding is square and secure; the text is clean. Free of creases to the backstrip. Free of any creased or dog-eared pages in the text. Free of any underlining, hi-lighting or marginalia or marks in the text. Free of any ownership names, dates, addresses, notations, inscriptions, stamps, plates, or labels. A handsome, nearly-new copy, structurally sound and tightly bound, showing a couple of minor, unobtrusive imperfections. Bright and Clean. Corners Sharp. Close to "As New" and could easily pass as such. NOT a Remainder, Book-Club, or Ex-Library. 8vo. (7.8 x 5 x 0.65 inches) . Cover illustration by John Jensen who we assume is also responsible for the deliriously humorous illustrations scattered throughout the text. Language: English. Weight: 7 ounces. First published in 1983 by Michael Joseph. Trade Paperback. This is Keith Waterhouse's parody of 'The Diary of a Nobody' by George Grossmith, written from Mrs Pooter's perspective. If you've read the latter - and you really must - then Mrs Pooter's comments are very amusing, giving a sense of a slight irritation with her husband and in particular his rather odd sense of humour but her love for him also comes through clearly. A very clever riposte to Charles Pooter's diary, with the added delight that unbeknownst to him, she regularly read his diary. If you, like myself, are a neo-Victorian, you will "laugh till the bed shakes", as the hero of this 'diary' (and yes, 'hero' is the right word) himself does at his own punny jokes. Ten pages in and half as many persons have tripped over the mud scraperan unmanageable young son with 'forward' slangsquabbles with servants, old friends and unpleasant new acquaintancestrouble at worksocial embarrassmentseverything a lover of all things Victorian could ask for and more. Even if you don't live and breathe top hats (Posh three-shilling hats, rather) , you will probably get a kick or two out of this, especially if you erupt in mirthquakes whilst paging through it in a public library or at the doctor's office. Keith Waterhouse CBE (1929 2009) was a British novelist and humorist (not necessarily in that order) and newspaper columnist and the writer of many television series. He was a noted arbiter of newspaper style and journalistic writing. Mr. Waterhouse fought long and high-spirited crusades to highlight what he perceived to be a decline in the standards of modern English; for example, he founded the Association for the Abolition of the Aberrant Apostrophe, whose members attempt to stem the tide of such solecisms as "potatoe's" and "pound's of apple's and orange's" in greengrocers' shops. In February 2004, he was voted Britain's most admired contemporary columnist by the British Journalism Review. ; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; 234 pages First Edition Thus (1985). First published in 1983 by Salamander Press;Second Printing.

THIS BOOK: This book is classified as AS NEW. This is the 2013 edition. The book was first published in Great Britain in 2012 by Doubleday. The cover is in full colour. A fantastic story and a book to match. A Sunday Times Bestseller, The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry has resonated with readers for its emotional depth and understated charm. It is a story of hope, of walking toward something rather than away, and of rediscovering the self in the act of reaching out. ________________________________________ IMAGES: We provide at least two Images per book or map. This gives you the opportunity to see what you are buying. We only use images of the books we scan into our system. No Stock images. Unless they are waiting to be scanned. READ ON: For in-depth information and storyline of the book. No bumping or foxing: ________________________________________ Harold Fry is recently retired, living a quiet life in Kingsbridge with his wife, Maureen. Their marriage has settled into silence, marked more by routine than connection. One morning, Harold receives a letter from Queenie Hennessy, a woman he hasn't seen in twenty years, informing him that she is dying in a hospice in Berwick-upon-Tweed. He writes a brief reply, intending to post it, but instead keeps walking?past the postbox, past the town, and eventually decides to walk the entire length of England to deliver the letter in person. Harold believes that as long as he walks, Queenie will live. With no walking gear, no map, and wearing yachting shoes, he sets off on a spontaneous pilgrimage that becomes a journey of memory, regret, and quiet redemption. Along the way, he meets strangers who offer kindness, distraction, and reflection. Each encounter peels back layers of Harold's past?his relationship with Maureen, the loss of their son David, and the choices that shaped his life. Rachel Joyce's debut novel is a tender exploration of ordinary courage. Harold's walk is not heroic in the traditional sense, but it is deeply human. The physical journey mirrors an emotional reckoning, as Harold confronts guilt, grief, and the possibility of forgiveness. The narrative moves gently, with humour and poignancy, capturing the English landscape and the quiet dignity of its people. The story is rooted in themes of redemption, endurance, and the power of small acts. It celebrates the unexpected connections that arise when one steps outside routine and listens. Harold's transformation is gradual, believable, and deeply moving. The novel also honours the complexity of long marriages, the weight of unspoken sorrow, and the healing that can come from simply putting one foot in front of the other. ________________________________________ INTERNATIONAL BUYERS: Please note that free shipping applies to UK orders only. For a shipping quote, kindly contact us via AbeBooks using the "Contact the Seller" option, and we will be happy to provide a confirmed cost.

Paperback. Etat : Good. Etat de la jaquette : None.

Paperback. Etat : Good +. Reprint. 266 pages. Small label abrasion to front cover. Some wear to spine-ends and covers' corners. Page-edges yellowed o/w contents clean.

Paperback. Etat : Good. 332 pages. Spine has reading creases and a bit scuffed at spine-ends, light wear to covers' corners. Page-edges lightly yellowed o/w pages clean and tidy throughout.

Glossy Pictorial Card. Etat : Near Fine (NEAR NEW). No Jacket. reprint edition. FEEL FREE TO E-MAIL FOR PHOTOGRAPHS AND FURTHER DETAILS. FROM A DEALER WHO TELLS YOU WHO THEY ARE AND WHAT THEIR TELEPHONE AND ADDRESS CONTACT DETAILS ARE! Size: 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾". Not Signed or Inscribed.

Soft cover. Etat : Near Fine. Reprint. 207 pages. Very clean white background soft covers with very light wear to covers' corners. Page-edges lightly yellowed o/w pages very clean.

Glossy Pictorial Card. Etat : Very Good ( AVERAGE). No Jacket. Reprint edition. This book will be POSTED AT OUR STANDARD RATES FULLY INSURED (UK) ONLY . Please email for further details. OFFERED FOR SALE BY A FULL-TIME STOCKHOLDING CAREER BOOKSELLER WHO TELLS YOU WHO THEY ARE AND WHAT THEIR TELEPHONE AND ADDRESS CONTACT DETAILS ARE! POSTED AT OUR STANDARD RATES FULLY INSURED! (UK ONLY). FEEL FREE TO E-MAIL FOR PHOTOGRAPHS AND FURTHER DETAILS. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾". Not Signed or Inscribed. TRADE PAPERBACK.

Glossy Pictorial Card. Etat : VERY GOOD ( AVERAGE). No Jacket. This is the first edition of this edition. FEEL FREE TO E-MAIL FOR PHOTOGRAPHS AND FURTHER DETAILS. FROM A DEALER WHO TELLS YOU WHO THEY ARE AND WHAT THEIR TELEPHONE AND ADDRESS CONTACT DETAILS ARE! Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾". Not Signed or Inscribed.

Soft cover. Etat : Near Fine. Reprint. 269 pages. Very clean pale cream background soft covers with very light wear to covers' corners. Page-edges lightly yellowed o/w pages very clean.

Trade Paperback. Etat : NEAR FINE. As new except for bookstore sticker on first free page and bookplate on title page. A memoir of a child, an Irish immigrantÂ"a precise and deeply moving evocation of the vanished Irish immigrant world that once flourished in ScotlandÂFull of humour in the midst of grinding poverty." 249 pages.

Paperback. Etat : Very Good. 667 pages. The spine is creased. The page edges are slightly foxed. Books listed here are not stored at the shop. Please contact us if you want to pick up a book from Newtown.

Paperback. Etat : Good. First Thus. Medium paperback, first thus, 208gms, 288 pages. Book is in good condition with mild general wear and tear, moderate to heavy page discolouration throughout and light spotting to page edges, otherwise no other pre-loved markings.

Medium Softcover. Etat : Good. Reprint. Medium softcover, reprint, 314gms, 479 pages. Mr Right.or Mr Alright for now? Book is in good condition with mild general wear and tear and heavy page discolouration/spotting throughout, otherwise no other pre-loved markings.

Paper Back. Etat : Very Good. The cover has minor wear. The edges of the book have minor tanning and spotting. 830 pages with b&w illustrations. Books listed here are not stored at the shop. Please contact us if you want to pick up a book from Newtown. Size: Size F: 9"-10" Tall (228-254mm).

Soft cover. Etat : Very Good. First Thus. An excellent, clean and tightly bound book.Gift quality.

Soft cover. Etat : Fine. No Jacket. 1st Edition. Paperback. London U.K. Book Condition: As New. D/J Condition: None. First Edition, First Impression. Pages are Bright & clean. Pages: 363. No tears or marks. Without Dedication. Spine has light creasing. IN EXCELLENT CONDITION, PLEASE CONTACT US BEFORE ORDERING THIS BOOK TO CONFIRM BOOK CONDITION AND EDITION (most of our books are 1st editions). We can send you photos of this book with a detailed description. Shipping is normally same day from the UK. "UK BASED SELLER ALL OVERSEAS SHIPPING VIA AIRMAIL. In Stock.- THANKS! We do not stock Ex-Library or Book Club editions. We do not stock ex-library or Book Club editions. We offer a money back guarantee if you are not fully satisfied, please contact us if you have any questions. Bookseller Inventory #O. 20221009_174944. L.U.

Soft cover. Etat : As New. Etat de la jaquette : As New. 1st Edition. A NICE CLEAN AND TIGHT FIRST EDITION FIRST PRINT UK UNCORRECTED PROOF COPY OF DEATH SENTENCE BY MIKKEL BIRKEGAARD.ALL BOOKS DESPATCHED WRAPPED IN BUBBLE WRAP AND A CARDBOARD BOX.

Soft cover. Etat : New. Etat de la jaquette : New. 1st Edition. A NICE CLEAN AND TIGHT UK FIRST EDITION FIRST PRINT PAPERBACK COPY OF A FARAWAY SMELL OF LEMON BY RACHEL JOYCE.AN EXCLUSIVE TO WATERSTONES.ALL BOOKS DESPATCHED WRAPPED IN BUBBLE WRAP AND A STRONG CARDBOARD BOX.