Clean Straw Nothing (13 results)

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Former library book; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardback. George Johnston, HarperCollins Publishers (Australia) Pty Ltd. The book titled British Bombers of World War I in Action by the author Peter G Cooksley. This is a secondhand book. Please contact us for more information about this title. Hardback.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Bright copy in very good jacket.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Hardcover first edition, 1969. This book is in very good condition - very slight spotting to endpapers. The dust jacket is in very good condition - not price-clipped; protected by clear covering.

First edition hardback, with dust wrapper. Tan boards with gilt lettering on the spine. Binding is neat and tidy. Page edges are discoloured, more at the head and fore-edge. Some light thumbing. Gently handled. Pastedowns and free endpapers are very lightly thumbed and well foxed, so too page edges. This book is in fair condition. Dust wrapper has some creasing at the edges and general discolouration (see images). Covers have some wear, especially at the corners and edges. Back cover has some markings. Head and tail of spine thumbed and bearing wear, otherwise this dust wrapper is in fair condition. *We always describe the faults of our books meticulously; they usually present better.

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. First Edition. Front cover blurb: "by the author of My Brother Jack". Near Fine hardcover, in a Very Good dustjacket. Very slight handling wear, small closed tear to upper edge of front panel of dustjacket (tape repaired from inside), otherwise a nice clean tight solid copy. 318pp.

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. 1st Edition. First edition, first impression 1969 near fine hardback, page edges and endpapers lightly browned, in near fine dust wrapper, corners and edges lightly rubbed, edges lightly browned inside cover. Protected by clear removable archival covering. No inscription. 318 pages.

Hardback. George Johnston, World Books. Condition remarks:Book: Good Jacket: Worn/faded, no tearsPages: Good Markings: No markingsThis poignant novel, Clean Straw For Nothing, continues the semi-autobiographical narrative of David Meredith, a writer grappling with the complexities of his past and the disillusionment of his present. Set against the vibrant yet often harsh backdrop of bohemian life, the story chronicles Meredith's attempts to reconcile his artistic ambitions with the realities of his personal relationships and declining health. Johnston masterfully portrays the internal struggles of a man confronting his own mortality and the fading dreams of youth. The prose is both introspective and unflinching, presenting a raw and honest look at the human condition. This compelling work stands as a powerful testament to the enduring search for meaning amidst life's inevitable challenges. Hardback.

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. Slight wear to outer extremities from storage. Old bookshop stamp on inner leaf.

Hardback. George Johnston, COLLINS. Author: George JohnstonBinding: HardbackPublished: COLLINS, 1969Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Worn/faded, no tearsPages: Tanning and foxingMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Foxing on FEP and Back pages, light foxing on block but pages otherwise fineThis poignant literary novel chronicles the continuing struggles of a writer grappling with his past and the unraveling of his present. Set amidst the sun-drenched yet isolating landscape of a Greek island, the narrative uncovers the intricate layers of a marriage under strain and the relentless pursuit of artistic integrity. The prose presents a deeply introspective and often melancholic examination of disillusionment and the elusive nature of happiness. Readers will find a compelling and emotionally resonant account of a man confronting his own mortality and the compromises of a life lived. Hardback.

Hardback. George Johnston, Collins, London. Author: George JohnstonBinding: HardbackPublished: Collins, London, 1969Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis novel likely explores themes of identity, purpose, and the search for meaning in a world filled with challenges. The author, known for 'My Brother Jack', probably brings a similar depth and insight to this narrative. Readers can anticipate a story that examines the complexities of human relationships and the struggles individuals face as they navigate life's uncertainties. The narrative considers the value of simple things and the pursuit of fulfillment in unexpected places. Hardback.

Hardback. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Octavo Size [approx 15.5 x 22.8cm]. Very Good copy in a Very Good dustjacket. DJ now protected in our clear archival purpose-made plastic sleeve. Bookplate to Front Pastedown. Previous owner's details to front free end paper. Two tape stains to the front and rear free endpapers. Robust, professional packaging and tracking provided for all parcels. 318 pages. The Miles Franklin Award winning sequel to My Brother Jack. Robust, professional packaging and tracking provided for all parcels.

Hardback. Condition: Fine. 1st Edition. Octavo Size [approx 14x22cm]. Fine condition in a Near Fine Dustjacket - DJ now protected in our purpose-made clear archival plastic sleeve. An excellent copy with only a hint of age-toning to DJ. Sequel to My Brother Jack. Robust, professional packaging and tracking provided for all parcels. 318 pages.