The True History of the Elephant Man

Howell, Michael; Ford, Peter

ISBN 10: 014005622X ISBN 13: 9780140056228

Published by Penguin Books, 1980

Language: English

Condition: Used - Near fine Soft cover

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True story of Joseph Merrick--the Elephant Man--a courageous man deemed a "freak" & initially shunned by British society until his rescue by a compassionate London surgeon. Issued in conjunction with the 1980 movie starring John Hurt, Anne Bancroft, & Anthony Hopkins, in 223 pages with Index & Bibliography in rear, + 4 glossy plates with photos in center. This First Mass Market Paperback Edition from Penguin (8th printing) from 1980 is in Near Fine condition: exceptionally clean & bright, binding strong & straight--feels unopened!Former owner's half-removed address label inside front cover, pages moderately tanned, heavier around all edges, but completely unmarked. Just a hint of edgewear, rubbing to front cover parallel & close to spine; nicely protected in new clear mylar collector bag free! Our photos depict the EXACT book you will receive from us--never "stock" images of books we don't actually have! Same day shipping on all orders received by 2 pm Weekdays (Pacific time); later orders, weekends & holidays ship very next business day.

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Title

The True History of the Elephant Man

Publisher

Penguin Books

Publication Date

1980

Language

English

ISBN 10

014005622X

ISBN 13

9780140056228

Binding

Soft cover

Edition

First British Paperback Edition

Condition

Near Fine

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film edition paperback, vg+ In stock shipped from our UK warehouse

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"'The authors have come up with a good deal of fresh evidence, both medical and sociological... To Howell and Ford, Merrick appeared a saintly figure. There is no reason to believe that judgement is wrong.' The Times 'Brilliantly researched' Sunday Telegraph 'A story to strike pity and terror into any heart.' Times Literary Supplement"

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