The Lace Reader
by Brunonia Barry
- Used
- near fine
- Paperback
- Signed
- first
- Condition
- Near Fine
- Seller
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BATH, Somerset, United Kingdom
Payment Methods Accepted
About This Item
Marblehead: Flap Jacket Press, 2006. First edition. Paperback. Near Fine. 8.5" by 5.5". None. An advanced reader's copy of Barry's work of fiction, which was self-published before being picked up by HarperCollins, with a signature from the author to the title page. Advanced reader's copy. Signed by the author to the title page. 'The Lace Reader' is a fiction novel by Brunonia Barry, which is set in Salem, Massachusetts and focuses on a family's involvement in the production of Ipswich lace. This work was originally self-published by the author before being picked up by a US branch of HarperCollins. Brunonia Baker is an American author who has written three novels. She also helped to found a games and software company. Collated, complete . In the publisher's original paper wraps. Externally, excellent, with just a bit of edgewear to the extremities. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are very bright and clean throughout. Author's signature to title page. Near Fine
Reviews
On Sep 24 2009, BayShore Books LLC said:
Beautifully written, poignant and intriguing. Each word is woven like a delicate thread into this powerful novel by Brunonia Barry. History, romance, and mystery in a perfect blend to create the most compelling read of the year.
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Details
- Bookseller
- Rooke Books (GB)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 807D23
- Title
- The Lace Reader
- Author
- Brunonia Barry
- Illustrator
- None
- Format/Binding
- Paperback
- Book Condition
- Used - Near Fine
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- First edition
- Publisher
- Flap Jacket Press
- Place of Publication
- Marblehead
- Date Published
- 2006
- Size
- 8.5" by 5.5"
- Keywords
- The Lace Reader Advance Reader's Copy Proof Copy Brunonia Barry Advance Reader's Copy signed
Terms of Sale
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About the Seller
Rooke Books
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BATH, Somerset
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We are a small team dedicated to bringing you very scarce books at reasonable prices. We specialise in rare and hard to come by works on all subjects over the last 500 years, together with modern first editions and decorative sets and bindings. Our library has something for every interest and specialism. We deliver worldwide using a fully tracked and insured courier delivery service.
Where are We?
Based in the literary city of Bath, our offices are housed in the Eastern Dispensary. Built in 1845, the building originally existed as a charitable institution providing medical care. The building now houses our collection of over twenty thousand books and has five full time members of staff.
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