Heart of Africa
A Novel of Adventure
by Arnold Hartpence
ISBN: 0870523600
ISBN-13: 9780870523601
Format: Hardcover
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Publisher: Hippocrene Books
Published date: 1987
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Heart of Africa
Hartpence, Arnold
New York, NY, U.S.A.: Hippocrene Books, Incorporated, 1987. Very Good. Hardback. 0870523600 . Very Good/Very Good. Second Printing. Yellow cloth w/ dj in dustwrapper. X-libris w/ marks. Slight wear to cover, edges. Dustjacket has minor wear, chips. 473pp. . ( more information)
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Heart of Africa: A Novel of Adventure
Arnold Hartpence
Hippocrene Books. Used - Good. Former Library book. Shows some signs of wear, and may have some markings on the inside. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Shipped to over one million happy customers! Your purchase benefits world literacy! ( more information)
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