In the illustrious history of the theatrical Fishers, there are two Georges. One is a peculiar but endearing eleven year old, raised in the seedy world of boarding houses and backstages, now packed off to school for the first time; the other, a garrulous ventriloquist's dummy who belonged to George's grandfather, a favourite travelling act of the British troops in World War II. The two Georges know nothing of each other - until events conspire to unite them in a search to uncover the family's deepest secrets.
While the dummy lies dusty, silent and abandoned, his young namesake sets out to learn about his dead grandfather's past as a world-famous ventriloquist, his magical powers and their family's curious history.
Weaving the boy's tale and the puppet's memoirs, By George unveils the fascinating Fisher family - its weak men, its dominant women, its disgruntled boys, and its shocking and dramatic secrets. At once bitingly funny and exquisitely tender, Wesley Stace's novel is the unforgettable journey of two young boys separated by years but driven by the same desire: to find a voice, and to be loved.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Shipping:
£ 4.80
From United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Book Description Hardback. 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 # GOR005356963
Book Description Hardback. Condition: Fine. Seller Inventory # GOR013300968
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. By George 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 # 7719-9780224081757
Book Description Hardcover. 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 # 6545-9780224081757
Book Description Hardcover. First ition edition. Good/Good (37189) . Hardcover, good condition, w. smwht slanted, v. lightly compressed sp, v. ltly bumped corners. Smwht tanned p. edges. O/w cln, tight, unmarked. Dj g., smwht rubbed--marks and scuffs.Sme bumping, bending at top. 383. Seller Inventory # 37189
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: As New. Dust Jacket Condition: As New. 1st Edition. An as new First Printing in a likewise unclipped dustwrapper. This immaculate copy is SIGNED & Publication Day DATED 26th November 2007, in the very finest collectable condition and very attractively priced. Dated and Signed By Author. Seller Inventory # 000844
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. First Edition; First Printing. First edition. INSCRIBED & dated by Wesley Stace on title page. Fine in about fine dust jacket. (Slight bump to one corner tip. ) Author/musician's SECOND book. ; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; 383 pages. Seller Inventory # 3112293