LIVING BY THE WORD. Selected Writings 1973-1987
by Walker, Alice
- Used
- Paperback
- first
- Condition
- This copy would be in fine condition were it not for spine sunning that wraps around to the rear panel (about an inch)
- ISBN 10
- 0151529000
- ISBN 13
- 9780151529001
- Seller
-
Bainbridge Island, Washington, United States
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About This Item
New York: Harcourt Brace Jovanovich, 1988. First edition. Paperback. This copy would be in fine condition were it not for spine sunning that wraps around to the rear panel (about an inch). Uncorrected Proof of this book of prose pieces. Perfect bound in sky blue printed wrappers, as issued. Here, the author expands on our intimate connection with plants and animals, the poisoning of our environment, and nuclear peril. She describes her struggles, sometimes humorous, to becoming a devout vegetarian. Finally, her Native American belief that all creation is of one substance, and she identifies closely with her own part Cherokee heritage (thanks to her great-grandmother).
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- Seller
- Ed Smith Books (US)
- Seller's Inventory #
- 13671
- Title
- LIVING BY THE WORD. Selected Writings 1973-1987
- Author
- Walker, Alice
- Format/Binding
- Paperback
- Book Condition
- Used - This copy would be in fine condition were it not for spine sunning that wraps around to the rear panel (about an inch)
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- First edition
- ISBN 10
- 0151529000
- ISBN 13
- 9780151529001
- Publisher
- Harcourt Brace Jovanovich
- Place of Publication
- New York
- Date Published
- 1988
- Keywords
- Advance copy, proof, essays
Terms of Sale
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About the Seller
Ed Smith Books
Biblio member since 2009
Bainbridge Island, Washington
About Ed Smith Books
Ed Smith Books specializes in better condition modern literary first editions, signed books, photographic monographs, screen and theater related material and pop culture. We offer appraisals for books and photographs. We are located a short ferry ride from downtown Seattle, WA on Bainbridge Island. Since 1985 (ABAA since 1995). Two authors we specialize in are Charles Bukowski and Hunter S Thompson. Open by appointment.
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- Fine
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- Wrappers
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