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Destination, rates & speedsSeller: Better World Books Ltd, Dunfermline, United Kingdom
Condition: Very Good. Ships from the UK. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in excellent condition. May show signs of wear or have minor defects. Seller Inventory # 52615957-20
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Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Seller Inventory # GOR002916383
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Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Fair. A readable copy of the book which may include some defects such as highlighting and notes. Cover and pages may be creased and show discolouration. Seller Inventory # GOR001657487
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Seller: Artifacts eBookstore, Gosport, United Kingdom
Soft Cover Full Gloss. Condition: USED FINE. No Jacket. ## The Stories of Scott Fitzgerald 1971 Vol 2 - The Crack-Up With Other Pieces And Stories. ## ## THIS BOOK: Classified USED FINE: This is the 1971 edition. The first was published in 1922. The book is in good condition; the page's edges are slightly discoloured due to age and poor paper quality. It is softcover and glossy. BOOK IMAGES: We provide at least two photos of each book so you know what you purchase. ## READ ON for information, and Book history, and a brief outline.## ## There are Ten stories as listed: 1-5 Autographical Pieces and 6-10 Stories## 1- Echoes of the Jazz Age - First published in 1931## 2- My Lost City - First published in 1945 ## 3- RING - First published in 1933 ## 4- The Crack-up - First published in 1936 ## 5- Early Success - First published in 1937 ## 6- Gretchen's Forty Winks - First Published in 1924 ## 7- The Last of the Belles - First published in 1929 ## 8- Babylon Revisited - First Published in 1931 ## 9- Pat Hobby Himself - First Published in 1940 ## 10- Financing Finnigan - First Published in 1938 ## The Bodley Head Scott Fitzgerald - First published in 1958-63 ## ##Published in Penguin Books 1962 and reprinted in1968 and 1971.## ##1. 'Echoes of the Jazz Age': An essay reflecting on the Jazz Age, capturing the spirit, excesses, and disillusionment of the 1920s. Fitzgerald discusses the cultural and social changes of the era and how the Great Depression ended it.## ##2. 'My Lost City' is a nostalgic and introspective essay about Fitzgerald's relationship with New York City. He recounts his experiences, the city's evolution, and his feelings of loss and longing as he observes the changes over time. ## 3. 'RING': A short story about the emotional struggles and reflections of a couple, Lois and Howard, as they face the challenges of their relationship. The narrative explores love, commitment, and the passage of time.## ## 4. 'The Crack-Up': An autobiographical essay in which Fitzgerald candidly discusses his mental and emotional breakdown. He reflects on the pressures of fame, personal struggles, and the emotional toll of his lifestyle.## ## 5. 'Early Success': An essay in which Fitzgerald reminisces about his early success as a writer and its impact on his life. He reflects on the challenges and changes that came with fame and how it shaped his career and personal life.## ## 6. 'Gretchen's Forty Winks': A story about a man named Roger Halsey, who becomes embroiled in a comic situation when his wife, Gretchen, decides to take a nap in their friend's apartment. The narrative explores miscommunication, social expectations, and the humorous side of domestic life.## ## 7. 'The Last of the Belles': A story set in the South, focusing on the romantic entanglements and social dynamics of young people during World War I. The narrative explores love, nostalgia, and the passage of time.## ## 8. 'Babylon Revisited': The story follows Charlie Wales, a former wealthy playboy, who returns to Paris to reclaim his young daughter, Honoria, from his in-laws. He confronts his past mistakes and seeks redemption.## ## 9. 'Pat Hobby Himself': A humorous story about Pat Hobby, a down-and-out screenwriter in Hollywood who tries to reclaim his former glory. The narrative explores themes of ambition, failure, and the fleeting nature of success in the film industry.## ##10. 'Financing Finnigan': A story about a writer named Finnigan who struggles to find financial backing for his new project. The narrative delves into the challenges and absurdities of the literary world and the pursuit of creative success.## ### INTERNATIONAL BUYERS: Please Note. FREE SHIPPING IS UK ONLY. Please get in touch with me for a shipping quotation. ####. No Author signature. Seller Inventory # MMXX-314-penguin
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Seller: HALCYON BOOKS, LONDON, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. ALL ITEMS ARE DISPATCHED FROM THE UK WITHIN 48 HOURS ( BOOKS ORDERED OVER THE WEEKEND DISPATCHED ON MONDAY) ALL OVERSEAS ORDERS SENT BY TRACKABLE AIR MAIL. IF YOU ARE LOCATED OUTSIDE THE UK PLEASE ASK US FOR A POSTAGE QUOTE FOR MULTI VOLUME SETS BEFORE ORDERING. Seller Inventory # mon0000851225
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Seller: AwesomeBooks, Wallingford, United Kingdom
Condition: Very Good. This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. . Seller Inventory # 7719-9780140023268
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Seller: Bahamut Media, Reading, United Kingdom
Condition: Very Good. Shipped within 24 hours from our UK warehouse. Clean, undamaged book with no damage to pages and minimal wear to the cover. Spine still tight, in very good condition. Remember if you are not happy, you are covered by our 100% money back guarantee. Seller Inventory # 6545-9780140023268
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Seller: Bookbot, Prague, Czech Republic
Condition: Fine. Leichte Risse. Seller Inventory # 89f73d47-3db6-47a0-9385-13663245b593
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Seller: UBUCUU S.R.L., Bucharest, Romania
Paperback. Condition: Good. Mass Market Paperback. Seller Inventory # G-9780140023268-3
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Seller: Le-Livre, SABLONS, France
Couverture souple. Condition: bon. RO60148746: 1983. In-12. Broché. Etat passable, Coins frottés, Dos frotté, Papier jauni. 154 pages. Texte en anglais. Quelques rousseurs. . . . Classification Dewey : 420-Langue anglaise. Anglo-saxon. Seller Inventory # RO60148746
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