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RO60063036. THE SPIDERWEB. 1981. In-12. Broché. Etat d'usage, Couv. légèrement passée, Dos plié, Intérieur frais. 213 pages. Premier plat illustré en couleurs.. . . . Classification Dewey : 820-Littératures anglaise et anglo-saxonne
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The Spiderweb
Seller: ThriftBooks-Atlanta, AUSTELL, GA, U.S.A.
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Paperback. Condition: Fair. No Jacket. Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0553143344I5N00
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The Spiderweb
Seller: Richard's Books, Boise, ID, U.S.A.
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Paperback. Condition: Good. 1ST BANTAM PB MARCH 1981. COVER HAS A FEW CREASES AND SOME READING WEAR. 213 PAGE TEXT HAS LIGHT WEAR. ACTION/ADVENTURE. 4.25'' X 7''. WE USE BUBBLE MAILERS. Seller Inventory # SKU1039506
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The Spiderweb
Seller: Crappy Old Books, Barry, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Used. Welcome to the peculiar world of ?The Spiderweb,? a literary artifact delivered to you courtesy of Joseph Persico, who, in 1981, clearly had a flair for both the dramatic and the slightly bewildering. Published by Bantam Books, a venerable establishment known for its penchant for spiffy covers and mildly intriguing titles, this tome promises to ensnare you in its web of complexities, much like its namesake arachnid would do to a hapless fly. But fear not! Unlike your average web, this one may have a few holes, ensuring you can wriggle your way out if the narrative becomes too tangled. Imagine a world where the very essence of existence is woven together with metaphorical threads thicker than the plot of a soap opera and more convoluted than the instructions for assembling flat-pack furniture. ?The Spiderweb? invites you to engage with a narrative that is, at best, a curious amalgamation of intrigue, drama, and perhaps the occasional existential crisis. It?s a book that boldly proclaims, ?Why write a straightforward story when you can create an elaborate maze for your readers to wander through?? Joseph Persico, in his infinite wisdom, seems to have harnessed the spirit of the era in which he wrote. The late 1970s and early 1980s were rife with experimentation, as authors attempted to stretch the limits of what we might loosely call ?literature.? In ?The Spiderweb,? you will find prose that could easily double as an abstract painting?brilliant in its chaos, yet leaving you scratching your head in wonder. One can only assume that while typing away at his typewriter, Persico had a few cups of tea laced with a mysterious potion, fueling his creative juices in ways that defy explanation. As you leaf through the pages of this used copy, you might notice the faint aroma of nostalgia wafting up from the paper. It?s as if the book has absorbed the collective hopes, dreams, and perhaps even the stale popcorn of its previous owners. Each crease and dog-ear tells a tale of its own?a testament to the lives it has touched, if only briefly. Who knows what secrets lie between these timeworn pages? Perhaps they hold the key to understanding the complex tapestry of human emotion, or maybe just a few recipes for tea. Moreover, the characters in ?The Spiderweb? may not be the most relatable bunch you?ll ever encounter. They are a curious collection of oddballs and eccentricities, each seemingly plucked from a different corner of the universe, and thrust together in a way that even fate would find a tad improbable. You might find yourself wondering if the author had a hidden agenda, perhaps trying to showcase the absurdity of life itself or merely filling the pages with characters who would provoke your incredulity. But fret not, dear reader! Just when you think it might be all too much, you will be met with moments of dark humor that serve to lighten the otherwise heavy atmosphere. It?s as if Persico is winking at you from the pages, whispering, ?Yes, this is all quite ridiculous, but isn?t that the fun of it?? Condition: Used, but fear not, it has been lovingly preserved in an embrace of slightly yellowed pages and the occasional coffee stain. The spine creaks with the wisdom of years spent in the hands of readers both baffled and bemused. The cover exhibits the kind of wear that suggests it has been enthusiastically thrust into the hands of unsuspecting friends, only to be met with raised eyebrows and incredulous chuckles. This book is not merely a reading experience; it?s an adventure in literary survival. With all of this in mind, ?The Spiderweb? is not just a book; it is an experience, a curiosity that beckons you to unravel its intricate threads. Whether you find solace in its chaos or merely wish to add an oddity to your collection, this book is a worthy contender. After all, popping over to Crappy Old Books for such a quirky find is like stepping into a treasure trove of literary oddities?where every book holds a story, both within and outside its pages. Seller Inventory # 1035
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ISBN 10: 0553143344
ISBN 13: 9780553143348
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Seller: Southampton Books, Sag Harbor, NY, U.S.A.
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Trade Paperback. Condition: Very Good. First Edition. First Edition, First Printing. Not price-clipped ($2.50 price intact). Published by Bantam, 1981. Octavo. Paperback. Yellow staining to page ends. Book is very good. 100% positive feedback. 30 day money back guarantee. NEXT DAY SHIPPING! Excellent customer service. Please email with any questions or if you would like a photo. All books packed carefully and ship with free delivery confirmation/tracking. All books come with free bookmarks. Ships from Sag Harbor, New York. Seller Inventory # 195974
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Seller: Le-Livre, SABLONS, France
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Couverture souple. Condition: bon. RO60063036: 1981. In-12. Broché. Etat d'usage, Couv. légèrement passée, Dos plié, Intérieur frais. 213 pages. Premier plat illustré en couleurs. . . . Classification Dewey : 820-Littératures anglaise et anglo-saxonne. Seller Inventory # RO60063036