In Spite Of: A Philosophy For Everyman
by John Cowper Powys
- Used
- Hardcover
- first
- Condition
- Good Condition/Fair
- Seller
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Picton, New South Wales, Australia
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About This Item
Macdonald, London, 1953. First Edition. Hardcover. Good Condition/Fair. This book is the latest of Powy's expositions in philosophy, written in his eightieth year. It is a pendant to - and a comprehensive development from - such books as The Art Of Happiness and Th Art Of Growing Old. Its message is, Man, know thyself." It seeks to show how the individual , by acceptance of his lot in life, may enjoy being alive under any circumstances or conditions, in spite of all obstacles..." All pictures shown are of the actual product offered for sale Size: 180mm - 250mm. 312 pages. Dust jacket has wear, some chips & tears, a few holes, some marking as well as bumping and shelf-wear.. Dust Jacket price-clipped. Edges foxed and browned. Covers have some shelf-wear, as well as some bumping to corners and extremities. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: Under 1 kilo. Category: Philosophy; Inventory No: 20511. .
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Details
- Bookseller
- Bong Bong Books (AU)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 20511
- Title
- In Spite Of: A Philosophy For Everyman
- Author
- John Cowper Powys
- Format/Binding
- Hardcover
- Book Condition
- Used - Good Condition
- Jacket Condition
- Fair
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- First Edition
- Publisher
- Macdonald
- Place of Publication
- London
- Date Published
- 1953
- Keywords
- BZDB3 Philosophy; Unbranded John Cowper Powys In Spite Of: A Philosophy For Everyman
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About the Seller
Bong Bong Books
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Picton, New South Wales
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