Devils Dress (9 results)
Published by Prestige Books, New York, 1972
- Softcover
Seller: Odd Volume Bookstore, JACKSON, TN, U.S.A.Odd Volume Bookstore
Contact seller4-star sellerpaperback. Condition: Acceptable/No Dj. Mass Market used bookstore stamp and front cover corner clip.
Published by Prestige Books, 1972
- Softcover
Seller: Eatons Books and Crafts, Owatonna, MN, U.S.A.Eatons Books and Crafts
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£ 10.04
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Add to basketPaperback. Condition: Very Good. Paperback, in Very Good condition, there are no stamps writing or marks, paper is tanning with age, a little scuffing and edge wear, nice shape for an older book, A Magnum Gothic Original.
Published by Prestige Books, 1972
Seller: Sperry Books, Rollinsford, NH, U.S.A.Sperry Books
Contact seller5-star sellerCondition: Fair. Lightly worn cover w/ sticker scuff, faint crease on spine, tight binding, tanning pages, initials inside, clean text Prompt, reliable service, shipped next business day. Int'l mailed via first class or priority.
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Published by Prestige Easy Eye Magnum Books, USA, 1972
- Softcover
- First Edition
Seller: Comic World, Steinbach, MB, CanadaComic World
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Add to basketSoft cover. Condition: Very Good +. PBO - Paperback Original (True 1st). Large Type EASY EYE Non-Glare Paper; 191 Pages; Goodreads: Hapless Ivy Langer finally lands a job as governess, a position that appears heaven-sent for the child-loving, but seemingly dull young woman. But, will the new job turn out to be a hellish trap of…accusations of incompetence or worse? >>> Cover scuffing;; minor pen to frotn cover; Spine Slant, Size: 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" tall. GOTHIC Style Painted Cover (illustrator). Book.
Language: English
Published by Piatkus, Great Britain, 1982
- Hardcover
- First Edition
Seller: Secondhand Books 'n' Things, Buninyong, VIC, AustraliaSecondhand Books 'n' Things
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Add to basketHardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Hardcover first edition 1982. This book is in very good condition - inscription on ffep; pages tanned. The dust jacket is in very good condition - not price-clipped; light edge wear.
- Hardcover
- First Edition
Seller: The Raven and the Writing Desk, Ruawai, NORTH, New ZealandThe Raven and the Writing Desk
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Hardcover. Condition: Worn - Browning. Dust Jacket Condition: Rather Worn. First.
Seller: Desoto Books, Tampa, FL, U.S.A.Desoto Books
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Published by Prestigue Books, 1972
Seller: Crappy Old Books, Barry, United KingdomCrappy Old Books
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Add to basketCondition: Used. In a world where fashion reigns supreme and societal norms are but mere suggestions, Mary Mann Fletcher?s audaciously titled tome, "The Devils Dress," emerges like a flamboyant peacock at a funeral. Published in the swinging year of 1972 by the illustrious Prestigue Books (which sounds like the result of an arts…y dinner party gone awry), this book promises to take readers on a sartorial journey that defies both reason and gravity. Are you ready to unravel the mysteries of fabric and folly? Imagine a universe where clothes carry the weight of not just fabric but also existential dread. With every turn of the page, Fletcher spins a yarn about a dress so magnificent, so daring, it makes the Mona Lisa blush. Adorned with sequins that twinkle like the eyes of a thousand mischievous sprites, this dress becomes a symbol ? or perhaps a curse ? for those who dare to wear it. Yes, dear reader, you may find yourself questioning the very essence of style, and whether the dress or the wearer is truly possessed by the spirit of the devil. Our author, Fletcher, seems to have a knack for weaving irony into her prose, creating a narrative that is part fashion critique, part social commentary, and entirely bewildering. One might wonder if she had a crystal ball predicting the future of runway shows, where models strut in garments that resemble works of abstract art rather than traditional clothing. Did she foresee the return of the avant-garde? Or was she simply trying to make sense of the polyester nightmare that plagued the 1970s? Either way, her observations will leave you chuckling nervously as you examine your own wardrobe choices. As you leaf through the pages, prepare to encounter a motley crew of characters who all share an inexplicable fascination with this singular dress. They range from the flamboyant socialite who believes the dress can grant her eternal youth, to the cynical tailor who views it as a mere object of ridicule. Each perspective adds a delightful layer to the narrative, ensuring that you will not only contemplate the ethics of dressing but also engage in the kind of philosophical debates typically reserved for late-night pub discussions. Condition: Used. This book has seen better days, much like the dress it features. Expect the pages to be slightly yellowed, reminiscent of a bygone era when bell-bottoms were all the rage and hair was best when it resembled a bird?s nest. The cover, while showing signs of wear, boasts a certain charm that only a second-hand book can claim. It has lived a life, possibly even worn by someone who thought they could pull off the devilish ensemble themselves. It is the perfect companion for your coffee table, sparking conversation and perhaps a few raised eyebrows. A wardrobe malfunction that could lead to an existential crisis. A representation of the 1970s that is both cringe-worthy and captivating. Characters who could easily moonlight as fashion advisors or cautionary tales. A dress that may or may not be a gateway to hell, depending on your taste in fashion. Prose that dances between the absurd and the insightful, like a drunken ballet. So, if you find yourself pondering the deeper significance of your own clothing choices or if you?re simply in the market for a book that will add a touch of the bizarre to your library, "The Devils Dress" may be just the peculiar pick you need. It?s a delightful nod to the ridiculousness of fashion and the human condition, all wrapped up in a cover that has seen more parties than you have. Grab your copy from Crappy Old Books, where the past is never truly forgotten, and the quirks are always celebrated.
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Devil's Mantle, The (His 1st Book) in RARE Color Dustjacket Artwork By John Drew, of Woman in White Dress with Long Blonde Hair Leaning on Blue Table & Devil in Red Cape Looking at Older Boy in White Shirt. a Man-Hunt Over the South P
Frank L. Packard, Blank Endpapers FORMER OWNER STAMP & Light FOX, in RARE Color Dustjacket Artwork By John Drew, Frank Lucius Packard (February 2, 1877 - February 17, 1942) Was a Canadian Novelist
Published by Copp, Clark Co, Limited Toronto CANADA, 1927
- Hardcover
- First Edition
Seller: Bluff Park Rare Books, LONG BEACH, CA, U.S.A.Bluff Park Rare Books
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Condition: Used - Very good
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Add to basketHard Cover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. First Edition. HBDJ, 1927, 1st Canadian Edition, with Colophon on copyright page, VG/GOOD, AS-IS, Small chips to light FADE on DJ edges & Extremities YET Titles & Illustration INTACT ,1927, 1st editon, DJ light Rub, wear Tiny Chips Tears Edges, Spine ends DJ small ch…ips Take out TH in Word The & s in Devils at Top end DJ, Back DJ light wear Soil & tiny chips tears edges, Interior nice tight clean light FOX, Wear, 313 pgs, NO ADS in Back, THICK Red Illustrated Cloth cover Titled in Black on Front & Spine which has light creases, DJ IN Clear Protective Mylar . a Man-Hunt over the South Pacific, There was Mystery about it, Fate, Dire Fate, in the shape of Devil's Mantle Hung over Peter Blake, South Sea Trader & Adventurer. Up & Down the Pacific His Name stood for Villainies of All Degrees, Yet His Hands were Clean. Adventure Story, Mystery novel set around a man hunt in the South Pacific.
