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Moro Affair and the Mystery of Majorana
by Leonardo Sciascia ; Sacha Rabinovitch
ISBN: 1590170830
ISBN-13: 9781590170830
Format: Paperback
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Publisher: Random House Inc
Published date: 2004
Size: 5.25 x 8.25 inches
Weight: 0.45 pounds
Pages: 120
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NYRB Classics. PAPERBACK. 1590170830 New unread book in stock and on sale - some books may have remainder mark. We often have multiple copies per title - and have over 20,000 discounted titles available. Symposium Books is an Independent Bookstore with locations near Boston University and Brown University & RISD. We are dedicated to providing our customers with the widest selection of scholarly, literary and quality art books. Expedited shipping is available, and we include free delivery confirmation. Reliable customer service, and a no hassle return policy. . Fine. ( more information) Offered by Symposium Books (United States)
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Moro Affair and the Mystery of Majorana
Sciascia, Leonardo;Rabinovitch, Sacha
New York, New York, U.S.A.: New York Review of Books, 2004 USED - Standard. Book has only minor reading wear; binding is square and tight; text is clean and unmarked. . Trade Paperback. Very Good. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. ( more information) Offered by Booksmart (United States)
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Sciascia, Leonardo; Rabinovitch, Sacha
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New York, New York, U.S.A.: New York Review of Books, 2004 a solid copy; ---------- SATISFACTION GUARANTEED --------- FAST, COURTEOUS SERVICE ------. 1st Paperback Edition. Paper. As New in Trade Paperback/No Dustjacket. 6 x 8". ( more information) Offered by P. C. Schmidt, Bookseller (United States)
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