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Edward Rutherfurd, HUTCHINSON AUSTRALIA. Author: Edward RutherfurdBinding: HardbackPublished: HUTCHINSON AUSTRALIA, 1987Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: YellowedMarkings: SignedCondition remarks: Name penned and lengthy inscription on fep.This sweeping historical saga, Sarum, chronicles the epic story of England through the lens of five families intertwined with the ancient landscape around Salisbury. From the prehistoric era to the modern age, the narrative illuminates the enduring human spirit amidst societal shifts, wars, and the construction of iconic landmarks. Rutherfurd masterfully weaves together archaeological detail and compelling personal dramas, presenting a vivid tapestry of British history. The novel captures the essence of a changing nation, detailing the lives and legacies that shaped its destiny. It is a monumental work that illustrates the profound connection between people and place across millennia. Seller Inventory # 2026100001239-SECONDHAND
Title: Sarum (SIGNED)
Publisher: HUTCHINSON AUSTRALIA
Publication Date: 1987
Binding: Hardback
Book Type: Hardback
Seller: PW Books, Andover, HANTS, United Kingdom
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Fair. 1st Edition. True first British printing with original unclipped jacket (£9.95). Signed by the author in black ink directly to title page without dedication. Jacket has faults - namely edge/shelf wear, the odd small mark, odd crease/rub to edges, a few very small (approx. 5mms) tears, a little patchy loss (mainly to head/tail of spine and to corners), a few small patches of loss to top (picture) surface, one small tape repair/reinforcement to reverse (white side), a little pushing/rubbing to head/tail of spine, pushing/bumping to corners, a few small scratches, a few old damp marks to reverse (white side) where colour from boards has run, a little patchy creasing to front/back inner flaps and is in only fair condition. Boards are near fine (having been well protected by the jacket) with a hint of pushing to corners and minor pushing/rubbing to head/tail of spine. Minor spine lean. Pages are generally clean and the binding is tight. Pages are tanned. Odd small mark/scratch/spot of foxing to page edges, tops and bottoms. Small mark to lower corner of a few pages. Occasional small mark to pages. Small crease to lower corner of last few pages. No other faults. All books described honestly and accurately. Paypal accepted. Signed by Author(s). Seller Inventory # 010988
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