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Ex-Libris but excellent condition. Plastic covered jacket very strong, some crumpling to edges and spine ends. Cover page removed, stamps to 2 pages. Pages clean and crisp, age yellowed. A thrilling, controversial and entertaining book of undisguised political propaganda. An outstanding read.
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"Shute is an honest exciting adventure writer who blends narrative gift with a fine power of description" (John Betjeman)
"Exhibits his talents at their provocative best" (New York Times)
"That shattering, unaffected, literary style of his is wholly deceptive...is, in fact, masterly" (H.E. Bates)
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"Exhibits his talents at their provocative best" (New York Times)
"That shattering, unaffected, literary style of his is wholly deceptive...is, in fact, masterly" (H.E. Bates)
A classic adventure from the author of A Town Like Alice and On the Beach.
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- PublisherWilliam Heinemann Ltd
- Publication date1986
- ISBN 10 0434699136
- ISBN 13 9780434699131
- BindingHardcover
- Number of pages354
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Book Description Condition: Good. Good condition. Good dust jacket. A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains. Bundled media such as CDs, DVDs, floppy disks or access codes may not be included. Seller Inventory # SB01B-03536
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Book Description Hardback. 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 # GOR003741143
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In the Wet
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Book Description Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 5th or later Edition. DESCRIPTION: Blu cloth-bound with lettering to the spine in orange dust-jacket. Approx. 7 x 5.5 inches, 354 pp excluding author's note at the end of the book. ----- CONDITION: Book's spine has small creases to the head and tail, and an old price sticker is attached to the front pastedown, otherwise in fine condition, clean unmarked pages, sharp corners and tight text block. Cover boards are clean and unscuffed. Dust-jacket is clean and unscuffed. Small creases along the edges. Small, light dust mark to the top edge. ----- ABOUT THIS TITLE: Written by Nevil Shute, a renowned British-Australian author. It was first published in 1953. The story is set in a future Australia where a priest, Roger Hargreaves, experiences visions of the future during dreams induced by a tropical rainstorm, which is known as "the Wet" in Australia. The narrative intertwines elements of political intrigue, romance, and speculation about the future, offering a thought-provoking exploration of society and humanity. Shute's skillful storytelling and his ability to create vivid characters make "In The Wet" a captivating read for fans of speculative fiction and literary works alike. ----- Happy to send pictures and answer any questions. Seller Inventory # B-FICT-NSHUT-01
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Book Description Hardcover. Condition: Acceptable. Ex library book, usual markings. Well read copy with some spine wear, staining and few loose pages but still very useable. Quick dispatch from UK seller. Seller Inventory # mon0000215285
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