Pinney Estelle (15 results)

Condition: New.

Paperback. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: None Issued. First Edition. 362 pages. Book appears to have hardly been read and is in Fine condition throughout. The only exception is a small inscription to the inside page.

Secondhand, Paperback. , . NB: This is a secondhand book in very good condition. See our FAQs for more information. Please note that the jacket image is indicative only. A description of our secondhand books is not always available. Please contact us if you have a question about this title. Author: Estelle Pinney Format: Paperback Number of Pages: 480 Lovely Belle, the youngest, a talented singer and dancer, tours with a vaudeville troupe as they follow the rodeos and shows of western Queensland. On the romance front, she's being pursued by handsome local Greek Nicos Alexandros, owner of the swankiest cafe in town. But will she choose marriage with Nicos or a life on the stage? Molly reigns as head cook at King's Hotel, and can whip up any stylish gown down to the last bugle bead. However, happiness with her sweetheart Fred is threatened by a terrible twist of fate. Josie, the eldest, has bookish ambitions and a strong spirit, which will be tested to the full when her life takes an unexpected turn. This heart-warming and colourful novel about the power of dreams brings to life Australia's exotic far north of days gone by, with its vibrant mix of cultures and personalities. House on the Hill follows three sisters' joys and heartbreaks - and the difficult choices they have to make that change their lives forever. Secondhand, Paperback. …

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. Trade paperback published by University of Queensland Press, 1996. Young Adult novel, set in the 1920's, the story of the three Dalton sisters, living in a boarding house in the far north of Queensland. 181 pages, 5" X 8". No creases to the cover or spine. No former ownership marks, no writing on the text pages. Some very minor dots of edge wear on the left edge. Not a remainder, not a library discard. Attached are some photos of the copy we have in our inventory.…

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Published by University of Queensland Press, 1996, Australia. This book is in very good condition - mild edge wear to covers; pages tanned; small pen tick on first page and initials on second. Photos available on request. Annmarie Scott (cover design and illustration) (illustrator).…

Paperback. Sydney, 1930, and Greta Osborne is a burgeoning stage star on the verge of joining the famous Palace Theatre in New York. But meeting British naval officer Andrew Flight at a New Year's Eve party changes everything. Falling in love at first sight, Greta waives aside any thoughts of sailing to New York and Andrew jumps ship. The pair flee to the tobacco town of Yunnabilla in Far North Queensland, where their relationship is viewed by the locals with pursed lips and raised eyebrows. The Great Depression brings added hardships, and circumstances push the couple further north to a remote island in Papua New Guinea where they face unexpected challenges. Burnt Sunshineis a heart-warming and very colourful novel about two people in love who take a big chance. In spite of a world depression, a near-tragic setback, disappointments, bad times that can turn into good times, together the pair manage to laugh and love and beat the odds. These are USED books. Please only purchase if you are happy with that. Images & Editions We use stock images and database descriptions based on the ISBN. The image shown may NOT be the actual book cover you will receive. Covers, editions, printings, and publishers may differ. If you need a specific cover, edition, or printing, please contact us before purchasing. What "Used" Means Because these books are pre-owned: Colouring books may be coloured in Textbooks may have answers filled in, highlighting, notes, or underlining Workbooks may have writing inside Access codes, download codes, CDs, DVDs, or online content are usually missing or already used Books that originally came with toys, inserts, maps, cards, or bonus items will usually NOT include them Pages may be folded, marked, or show normal signs of use If you are buying a book for anything other than reading (e.g. colouring, study use, collecting, gifts, specific covers, bonus items, or digital access), used books may not be suitable. Condition All books are listed as Used - Good Books are clean and readable but not new Some books may have: Writing, highlighting, or markings Folded pages or minor wear A small warehouse or inventory sticker on the spine Original retailer stickers (we do not remove them) Our Process We purchase books by the pallet and scan thousands at a time. For this reason, we cannot photograph or individually inspect every book. Acknowledgement By purchasing, you acknowledge that: You understand the book is used You accept the condition and limitations described above Stock images and descriptions may not exactly match the item received Thank you for supporting Oak Books and helping give books a second life.…

Soft cover. Condition: Good. London:WILL COMBINE BOOKS TO SAVE POSTAGE IF POSSIBLE - SOFT COVR LARGE SIZE EDITION-NO TEARS OR RIPSViking, 2009 Used It's not everyday of the week that a girl from Muckadilla comes to Brisbane to join the Navy, but it's World War II and Lulla Riddel can see herself in those Navy whites However, she promptly discovers that they can't use short-sighted strawberry blondes, so it's just as well the Brisbane Manpower Committee can While lacquering hand grenades in a munitions factory is far from Lulla's dream, she soon meets the warm hearted Janet and practical Peggy on the factory floor The three friends are young and ready for fun in the charged atmosphere of war-time Brisbane, where high adventure is only a tram-fare away Servicemen are pouring into town, and the old rules don't apply - there's no time for courtships, but there's certainly time for romance Lulla secretly prefers one infuriatingly cocky Australian sailor, but that won't stop her enjoying some of the other handsome young men in town Vividly capturing this colourful chapter in Australia's history, Time Out for Living evokes an uncertain.…

Soft cover. Condition: Good. Pymble,WILL COMBINE BOOKS TO SAVE POSTAGE IF POSSIBLE - SOFT COVR MID SIZE EDITION-NO TEARS OR RIPS NSW, Australia: Penguin Books, 2005 Used Lovely Belle, the youngest, a talented singer and dancer, tours with a vaudeville troupe as they follow the rodeos and shows of western Queensland On the romance front, she's being pursued by handsome local Greek Nicos Alexandros, owner of the swankiest cafe in town But will she choose marriage with Nicos or a life on the stage? Molly reigns as head cook at King's Hotel, and can whip up any stylish gown down to the last bugle bead However, happiness with her sweetheart Fred is threatened by a terrible twist of fate Josie, the eldest, has bookish ambitions and a strong spirit, which will be tested to the full when her life takes an unexpected turn This heart-warming and colourful novel about the power of dreams brings to life Australia's exotic far north of days gone by, with its vibrant mix of cultures and personalities House on the Hillfollows three sisters' joys and heartbreaks - and the difficult choices they have to make that change their lives forever.…

Paperback. Condition: Good. 400 pages. Cover wornA buxom ex-bridesmaid is knocked back by the Navy in WWII and finds herself o n a Mills Bomb production line and in more battles than the frontline troops.

Paperback. Condition: Good. 400 pages. Cover wornAdult romantic novel set in wartime Brisbane. Lulla Riddell, ex-barmaid of th e Royal Arms, Muckadilla, comes to Brisbane to join the Navy. Short-sightedness prevents her from enlisting, but she finds employment at MacIntyre's Mills bomb factory. The friendship she forms with Peggy and Janet and their escapades durin g the war years form the basis of the novel. The author grew up in wartime Brisb ane working as a photographic colourist, munitions worker, ambulance driver and finally nursing to the end of World War II. She is co-author of the historical n ovel 'Too Many Spears'.…

Paperback. Estelle Pinney, Penguin Random House Australia. Sydney, 1936, and the gorgeous Greta Osborne is a burgeoning stage star about to join the famous Palace Theatre in New York. But meeting married British naval officer Andrew Flight changes everything. Falling recklessly and deeply in love, Greta waives aside any thoughts of America and Andrew jumps ship. The pair flee to a small tobacco town in Far North Queensland, where their arrival is viewed with suspicion and speculation. Caught up in the social unrest and hardship of the Great Depression, the couple is soon pushed further north to a remote island in Papua New Guinea, where they hope to settle and at last find peace. Bravely battling disapproval, disappointment and near-tragic loss, together the pair's sustaining love helps them laugh, triumph and take on the world. Paperback. …

paperback. Condition: Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read but remains in clean condition. All of the pages are intact and the cover is intact and the spine may show signs of wear. The book may have minor markings which are not specifically mentioned.…

Soft cover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Not Applicable. First Thus. Medium softcover, first thus, 448gms, 454 pages. A bet in half-jest, a ruby and a apssionate love affair take a man and a woman in an unexpected direction. Book is in good condition with mild general wear and tear and moderate to heavy page discolouration/spotting throughout, otherwise no other pre-loved markings.…

Book, Paperback. Condition: Used. Burnt Sunshine (Paperback). These are USED books. Please only purchase if you are happy with that. Images & Editions We use stock images and database descriptions based on the ISBN. The image shown may NOT be the actual book cover you will receive. Covers, editions, printings, and publishers may differ. If you need a specific cover, edition, or printing, please contact us before purchasing. What "Used" Means Because these books are pre-owned: Colouring books may be coloured in Textbooks may have answers filled in, highlighting, notes, or underlining Workbooks may have writing inside Access codes, download codes, CDs, DVDs, or online content are usually missing or already used Books that originally came with toys, inserts, maps, cards, or bonus items will usually NOT include them Pages may be folded, marked, or show normal signs of use If you are buying a book for anything other than reading (e.g. colouring, study use, collecting, gifts, specific covers, bonus items, or digital access), used books may not be suitable. Condition All books are listed as Used - Good Books are clean and readable but not new Some books may have: Writing, highlighting, or markings Folded pages or minor wear A small warehouse or inventory sticker on the spine Original retailer stickers (we do not remove them) Our Process We purchase books by the pallet and scan thousands at a time. For this reason, we cannot photograph or individually inspect every book. Acknowledgement By purchasing, you acknowledge that: You understand the book is used You accept the condition and limitations described above Stock images and descriptions may not exactly match the item received Thank you for supporting Oak Books and helping give books a second life. …

Couverture rigide. Condition: bon. RO60008401: 1978. In-12. Relié. Bon état, Couv. convenable, Dos satisfaisant, Intérieur frais. 208 pages. Photos noir et blanc en pages centrales. Avec Jaquette. . . Classification Dewey : 420-Langue anglaise. Anglo-saxon.