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A Walk in and About the City of Canterbury with many Observations not to be Found in any Description Hitherto Published by Gostling, William - 1825

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A Walk in and About the City of Canterbury with many Observations not to be Found in any Description Hitherto Published by Gostling, William - 1825

A Walk in and About the City of Canterbury with many Observations not to be Found in any Description Hitherto Published

by Gostling, William

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Canterbury and Dover: Published & Sold by William Blackley / W. Batcheller, Printer, 1825. 1st Edition . Hardcover. Very Good. 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall. Octavo. xxiv, 366, [16] pages, indexed. With 34 pages of engravings and maps (2), plus two pages of text drawings. Hardcover rebound in modern brown half calf with marbled paper-covered boards. Spine is ruled in gilt and has a matching leather lettering piece. Light rubbing and wear to the binding. New endpapers. A sound copy. The text has some damping about the edges in several parts of the book, although much of the volume appears clean. Sturdy and with pleasant shelf appeal. Contains 30 full-page copperplate engravings (including the frontis) as well as two maps (one folding and one single page) as well as 2 other half-page engravings and a half page drawings and a full-page drawing (of a basic cathedral cross-shaped floor plan). Appears to collate complete.

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  • Publisher Published & Sold by William Blackley / W. Batcheller, Printer
  • Place of Publication Canterbury and Dover
  • Date Published 1825
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  • Keywords 1825; William Gostling; Canterbury; Cathedral; Church of England; Leather Binding; England; English; History; 19th Century; Rare; Collectible; Fine Binding; Great Britain; Becket.
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Compte de la Liquidation de la Liste Civile et du Domaine Privé du Roi Louis-Philippe,...
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Compte de la Liquidation de la Liste Civile et du Domaine Privé du Roi Louis-Philippe, Rendu par M. Vavin, Liquidateur General, le 30 Décembre 1851. [with] Response a la Protestation des Executeurs Testamentaires du feu Roi Louis-Philippe, contre le Decret du 22 Janvier

by Vavin, M.

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Paris: Imprimerie d'e DuVerger, 1852. First Edition First Printing . Hardcover. Very Good/No Jacket. 4to - over 9¾ - 12" tall. Quarto. 329; 37 pages. Hardback bound in original quarter brown leather with brown marbled paper-covered boards. Red leather label on the spine as well as a gilt-stamped emblem of a "V" with scroll work and a banner beneath a crown. The binding shows moderate rubbing and wear and is sound. Hinges quite sturdy and supple. Marbled endpapers and all edges marbled. Prior owner's bookplate on the front pastedown of "Lewis St. Louis." Text is clean. After the main part of the text (first 200 pages) there are over 100 pages of printed facsimile of handwritten pages (original to the publication which appear to show a register of items, values, etc. Pages 277-319 have been printed as 3/4 pages so that the text at the top of page 321 serves as headers for the columns throughout the section.
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Geistliche Lieder, nebst Einem Anhang, bestehend aus geist- und trostreichen Liedern von...
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Geistliche Lieder, nebst Einem Anhang, bestehend aus geist- und trostreichen Liedern von Verschiedenen Dichtern

by Sasse, Bernhard Henrich

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Harrisburg [Pennsylvania]: Gedruckt und zu haben bey C. Gleim, 1814. Hardcover. Very Good. 16mo. iii, 125 pages. A small, pocket-sized book. The binding measures 5 inches tall by 3 1/2 inches wide. Hardcover bound in early quarter leather with green and tan marbled paper-covered boards. The binding is rubbed and worn but sound. The leather spine is solid. Rubbing along the edges of the binding, and the corners are bumped and worn to the boards beneath. Hinges secure. Complete with 2 front and 2 rear flyleaves. The text is tone and has occasional foxing or staining but overall is quite acceptable. Text is in German. This work does NOT contain scored music. A rough translation of the title is, "Spiritual Songs: With an Appendix, Consisting of Spiritual and Comforting Songs, by Various Poets." A nice early 19th Century Harrisburg, Pennsylvania imprint.
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The Lady's Pocket Library.  Containing, 1. Miss More's Essays, 2. Dr. Gregory's...
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The Lady's Pocket Library. Containing, 1. Miss More's Essays, 2. Dr. Gregory's Legacy to His Daughter, 3. Rudiments of Taste, 4. Mrs. Chapone's Letter on the Government of the Temper, 5. Swift's Letter to a New Lady Newly Married, 6. Moore's Fables for the Female Sex. Fourth American Edition

by More, Hannah, [with] Mrs. Chapone; Dr. Gregory; Dean Swift; Edward Moore

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Philadelphia: Mathew Carey, 1809. Fourth Edition . Hardcover. Very Good. 16mo. 330 pages. A small book measuring 5 7/8 inches tall by 3 3/4 inches wide. Hardcover bound in original full leather. The binding is rubbed and bumped but sound. Hinges are just a little rubbed but sound and secure. Complete with flyleaves; no owner's inscriptions. Some spotting to the endpapers. The text is toned. A decent copy.
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Houses and Gardens by E. L. Lutyens. ("Country Life" Library of Architectural Monographs)
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Houses and Gardens by E. L. Lutyens. ("Country Life" Library of Architectural Monographs)

by Weaver, Lawrence

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London: Published at the Offices of "Country Life, 1913. First Edition First Printing . Hardcover. Fair/No Jacket. Folio - over 12 - 15" tall. Folio. 344, 15 pages. Hardcover bound in white quarter cloth with grey cloth covered boards. The binding is quite worn and stained but sound. Old glass rings and stains on the front cover, especially at the fore edge. The white cloth spine is foxed and the spine is toned and the spine gilt a bit dulled. A sound copy with secure hinges. Text is clean. Illustrated throughout with black and white photos. Signed on the back side of the frontis by William Lanier Hunt. William Lanier Hunt (1906-1996) was the "Dean of Southern Horticulture." He donated land along the Morgan Creek in southern Orange County, NC to the North Carolina Botanical Garden and is now known as the Hunt Arboretum.
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Slingsby and Slingsby Castle
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Slingsby and Slingsby Castle

by Brooke, Arthur St. Clair

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London: Methuen & Co., 1904. First Edition First Printing . Hardcover. Good/No Jacket. 12mo. 272, 40 pages, indexed. Hardcover bound in green cloth with titles in gilt. Moderate wear to the binding. The front and rear covers have pale spotting, and the spine is toned. A sound copy with secure inner hinges. Top edge gilt. Endpapers foxed. Text is toned but generally clean with a bit of foxing near the photographic plates. Complete with the folding map at the rear. The map has some brief tears at the edges of the folds. Quite scarce.
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A Compendium of Lectures on the Theory and Practice of Medicine, Delivered by Professor Chapman...
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A Compendium of Lectures on the Theory and Practice of Medicine, Delivered by Professor Chapman in the University of Pennsylvania

by Chapman, Nathaniel; Prepared by N. D. Benedict, M.D.

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Philadelphia: Lea and Blanchard, 1846. First Edition First Printing . Hardcover. Very Good. 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall. Octavo. [4], viii, [17]-258, [30] pages. Includes a 30-page publisher's catalog (erratically paginated) at the rear. Hardcover bound in full leather. The binding shows some old wear and cover stains but is quite sound. Sturdy hinges. Early owner's light pencil inscription on the front flyleaf and a later doctor's inscription on the front pastedown. The text block is sound, and the text is foxed, sometimes quite heavily. Still, a sturdy copy of a scarce work and in the original binding. From a Mocksville (Davie County), North Carolina 19th century doctor's collection.
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Atma Fairy Stories
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Atma Fairy Stories

by Holloway-Langford, Laura C.; Chapin, Elizabeth; Ralston, Maude

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New York: Home Publishing Company, 1903. Hardcover. Fair/No Jacket. 12mo. 147 pages. Hardcover in grey cloth with front cover designs embossed in dark brown and gilt. The binding is quite rubbed and worn. The front board has damping. Rear board has smudges and scuffs. Some pages are damped have smudging. Text is foxed. No copyright date, but the book was published in 1903. An early owner's inscription on front flyleaf reads, "To Thomas (?) from Katherine Kelby. / Feb. 19, 1905." We have found a listing of this book for sale in the December, 1903 advertisements of "The Theosophical Forum." The advertisement in that journal of this book states, "The dawn of a new day in the intellectual and spiritual development of the child. These stories, which embody the higher laws of being, are so simply told that the youthful mind can easily comprehend them. Between each story is an exquisite 'Moonlight Lullaby.'" (The "Moonlight Lullaby" is a poem… Read More
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Des Colonies et de la Revolution Actuelle de L'Amerique (Two Volume Set; Signed by the...
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Des Colonies et de la Revolution Actuelle de L'Amerique (Two Volume Set; Signed by the Publisher)

by Pradt, M. de

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Paris: F. Bechet and A. Egron, 1817. First Edition First Printing . Hardcover. Very Good. 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall. Octavos. xxx, 403, [2]; 394, [2] pages. Hardcovers bound in dark green half leather with marbled paper-covered boards. The bindings show some wear but are quite sound with sturdy hinges. The rear hinge on Volume 1 is scuffed with the untreated leather exposed. There is a white scuff mark on the front cover of Volume 1 at the bottom left corner. Bindings tight. Marbled endpapers. The text is a little toned and has some occasional foxing, but overall the text appears clean. Half title to Volume 1 appears to be a little loose. SIGNED Bechet (one of the publishers) on the verso of the title page to authenticate this edition as not being a pirated edition. Text is in French. A translation of the title into English is, "The Colonies and the Present Revolution of America.
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The Story of the Sixteenth Infantry in France.  (American Expeditionary Forces)
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The Story of the Sixteenth Infantry in France. (American Expeditionary Forces)

by Regimental Chaplain

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Montabaur-Frankfurt, Germany: Printing Office Martin Flock, 1919. First Edition First Printing . Soft cover. Fair. 12mo. 92 pages. Soft cover bound in salmon colored wrappers. The binding is worn and bumped, and the spine ends are chipped. Bottom corner bumped and creased. Scuffing along the fore edge of the front cover. A sound copy. The text is toned. The two leaves for pages 63-66 have large creases at the top right, affecting the text. Signed by an officer on the front cover. Signed "A. F. Kingman" who is listed in the rear of the book as 2nd Lt / 1st Lt. Capt. Early markings (presumably by Kingman), have pencil notations in the list of names, some marginal notes reading "KIA" for those killed in action. Scarce.
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A Tour Round England.  2 Volume Set
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A Tour Round England. 2 Volume Set

by Thornbury, Walter

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London: Hurst and Blackett, Publishers, 1870. First Edition First Printing . Leather Bound. Very Good. 12mo - over 6¾ - 7¾" tall. 12mos. 326; 310 pages, indexed. Hardcovers bound in 3/4 red calf with raised bands and red marbled paper-covered board. All edges marbled. Raised bands on the spines, which have red and green leather labels. Elaborate gilt rules and tooling on the spines. The bindings show light to moderate rubbing and wear. A sound set, although there is a slight crack in the gutter between pages 62 and 63. Each volume has a tipped-in photo as a frontis. Text is a little toned and has some occasional pencil markings in the margins. An attractive set.
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A Walk in and about the City of Canterbury, with Many Observations Not to Be Found in Any Description Hitherto Published

by Gostling William 1696-1777

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A Walk in and About the City of Canterbury with Many Observations Not to be Found in Any Description Hitherto Published

by Gostling, William

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UK: William Blackley, 1825. Book. Fine. Full-Leather. Later Printing. Recently rebound in full leather that rates fine. Interior has modest foxing and rates Very Good. Missing 3 of the 35 plates. The folded Map is present..
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A WALK IN AND ABOUT THE CITY OF CANTERBURY with many Observations not to be found in any Description hitherto published

by Gostling, William

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William Blackley, Canterbury, 1825. A new edition with considerable additions & embellished with numerous engravings, xxiv, 366pgs, 18pg index, 1 folding map, 35 plates, octavo, bound in 1/4 brown leather with marbled sides & edges, spine with raised bands, gilt rules, title label, gi lt devices & date at foot of spine, A Very good copy in A nice binding. Images suppied on request. .
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A Walk in and about the City of Canterbury, with Many Observations not to  be found in any...
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A Walk in and about the City of Canterbury, with Many Observations not to be found in any Description hitherto published

by Gostling, William

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Canterbury: Simmons and Kirkby 1777. 8vo. x, 11-402, [16] pp. Recent half brown calf over marbled boards with raised bands, maroon title labels, gilt-stamped lettering and decor to spine. Minor rubbing to boards. Bookplate to front pastedown, minor spots and yellowing to pages. Several fold-out maps (professionally repaired) and diagrams. Black & white plates collated complete. . Very Good. Half Calf. Second Edition. 1777.
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Secret Splendor (Silhouette Classics, No 11)

Secret Splendor (Silhouette Classics, No 11)

by Claire, Erin St (Sandra Brown)

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Silhouette, 1992. Paperback. Very Good. Sandra Brown writing as Erin St. Claire, 253 pgs
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Mars 1999 (INSCRIBED) (FIRST)
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Mars 1999 (INSCRIBED) (FIRST)

by O'Leary, Brian

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1987 - 1st ed ("1" in number line) - INSCRIBED to include shark-faced rocket cartoon - "Exclusive Preview of the U.S. - Soviet Manned Mission - book: very good - pages show toning from age - dj: very good - some toning from age - dj in protective mylar sleeve
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Cognac a Liquid History (INSCRIBED) (FIRST)
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Cognac a Liquid History (INSCRIBED) (FIRST)

by Calabrese, Salvatore

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2001 - 1st edition - INSCRIBED by author on the title page "To Anthony Salute 18 03 05" - prior owner inscription "With love for Michelle 26 Dec 2014" - "Seen through the eyes of Salvatore Calabrese, a renowned and respected cognac expert, this book is a personal and insightful perspective on the spirit that earned its image of virility and strength from Napoleon Bonaparte." - book; very good - filled with images - tight, sound, and square - all pages are clean and unmarked, no folded page corners, dj: not price clipped [Price in UK 25.00] - small dime size chip on the back upper left corner repaired with archival tape - slight amount of scuffing - dj in protective mylar sleeve
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If I Die At Thirty (INSCRIBED)
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If I Die At Thirty (INSCRIBED)

by Woodson, Meg

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1975 First Edition (No Additional Printings) - INSCRIBED by the author in pink ink on the front free endpaper "With best wishes and prayers from the author - Meg Woodson + Peggie :)" Rare book to have an inscription - "A rare and unforgettable glimpse into a young girl's mind as she faces the reality of her own death: - book: very good - tight, sound, and square - back two pages are a little wavy with a from the book of sticker on the last page (see photographs) - dj: very good- - not price clipped ($4.95) - a few chips, tears, and edgewear repaired with archival tape - dj in protective sleeve
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Bloody Sunrise
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Bloody Sunrise

by Spillane, Mickey

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1965 - First Edition stated - A Tiger Mann Mystery - "...for Tiger is told on his wedding day that he is needed for Operation Plato." - book: very good - tight, sound, and square - no previous owner markings - dj: vibrant colors with some rubbing to the black base and abstract sun - interesting black and white photo of Spillane on the back cover - a few chips repaired with archival tape - dj in protective mylar sleeve
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More Than Forever
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More Than Forever

by McLean, Jay

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2014. Book Four in the More Than Series 8vo size trade paperback; 369 pages Please note: This book has a Mature Readers Advisory. From back: "Lucy - There is love so fierce it cannot be measured... Cameron - Forever. Everlasting. Eternal. THere is no measure of time... But our forever isn't always." Creased back cover and last few pages, worn corners. Thanks for shopping with us. 100% of your purchase benefits charity and supports literacy and life-long learning.. Trade Paperback. Good/No Jacket. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Private Press.
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Unreal Tournament Bradygames Official Strategy Guide
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Unreal Tournament Bradygames Official Strategy Guide

by Marcus, Phillip

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Bradbury & Evans, 2007. Covers PC-CD ROM/DVD ROM & Playstation 3 Computer Entertainment System 4to sized softcover; 271 heavy glossy pages with color illustrations throughout Brand new, but note some edgewear and blemish to top of back cover. Thanks for shopping with us. 100% of your purchase benefits charity and supports literacy and life-long learning.. Trade Paperback. New/No Jacket. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall.
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The Birth and Death of Meaning:  An Interdisciplinary Perspective on the Problem of Man
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The Birth and Death of Meaning: An Interdisciplinary Perspective on the Problem of Man

by Becker, Ernest

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New York: The Free Press, 1971. Second Edition. Contents include: The Man-Apes; The Origins of the Mind; The Distinctive Human; The Inner World; Socialization: the Creation of the Inner World; The New Meaning of the Oedipus Complex; Self-Esteem; Culture and Personality; Social Encounters: The Staging of Self-Esteem; Culture: the Relativity of Hero-Systems; What is Normal?; What Would A Science of Man Then Be?; Religion: The Quest for the Ideal Heroism. 228 pages. Edgewear; light wear to covers; worn corners and light creases on spine. Deeply creased spine opens flat at pages 60/61. Thanks for shopping with us! 100% of your purchase benefits charity and supports literacy and lifelong learning.. 2nd. Soft Cover. Good/No Jacket. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.
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Shoemakers Best Selections Number 5 For Readings and Recitations
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Shoemakers Best Selections Number 5 For Readings and Recitations

by Shoemaker, J. W

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Rare original poetry book with cloth covered boards, copyright 1880 by J. W. Shoemaker & Co. This edition published in 1906 by the Penn Publishing company, Philadelphia. From the estate of my great-great grandfather.Includes many unique poems and recitations such as "To a skull", "Uncle Daniel's Introduction to a Mississippi Steamer", "The Leak in the Dyke", etc. More well-known poetry includes "Song of Birds", "Old Ironsides", and "Bannock Burn" by Robbie Burns. Light rubbing and bumps to outside spine edges. Back cover and interior cloth covered board has a stain at top. Original owner's name and address from 1908, but no other writing or marks. First 2 pages have a stain at top, but text of 192 pages of poetry and recitations is totally clean with light tanning of pages.
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A Million Miles from Boston
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A Million Miles from Boston

by Day, Karen

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2011. 8vo size hardcover with dust jacket; 215 pages. Signed by author on title page. Stated First Edition From jacket: "(Lucy) wants to get out of Boston and forget her worries about starting middle school and about her father's new girlfriend. Pierson Point is where she feels most like herself, and where memories of her mother, who died when Lucy was six, are strong and sacred. But this summer, nothing is the same. Ian, a boy from home in Boston, comes to Pierson Point...Lucy's father wants his girlfriend to become a bigger part of Lucy's life. Though Lucy struggles against change, she gradually realizes that sometimes, change is for the better. Average wear to jacket; bumped corners and head and heel of spine, owner's name on fep. Autographed Copy sticker on front of jacket; one previously folded page corner. Quotes are for illustrative purposes only and remain the property of their copyright holders. Thanks for shopping with us. 100% of your purchase benefits… Read More
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