A novel about growing up in a small provincial Russian town on the Black Sea before and partly during World War II. The ambience is of a multi-ethnic (in the Russian provincial sense), close-knit working-class community, seen through the eyes of a bright, bookish child.
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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 # GOR004003686
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Seller: Bibliophiles Inc., Ottawa, ON, Canada
Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. 1st Edition. Black cloth hardcover, jacketed, in great shape. No underlining or highlighting, pages clean and bright. Binding solid, sturdy. Only light signs of use, without any major blemishes. 138 pp. First English translation of Iskander's biographical novel, based on his experiences of growing up in the Caucasus of the mid 20th century. Each book is guaranteed to be as described, after being thoroughly checked by one of our booksellers. Books ship from Ottawa, ON, Canada. Thanks for supporting small businesses! Seller Inventory # ABE-1748014425954
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