About this title: In this study of obsession, the author describes the lonely quest of Ruth St Just to Africa in search of the truth about her son's death. Convinced that the authorities have lied, she reaches a strange religious community in Saloum, ruled by a woman known as "mother".
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Edition: First edition
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: Weidenfeld & Nicolson, New York
Date Published: 1988
ISBN-13:9781555842482ISBN:1555842488
Description: Good in Good jacket. 1555842488 some rubbing, edge wear to jacket; dj price clipped; very light edge wear to boards; 1988 First Edition; 296 pages; ''Even the title is ambiguous in this highly skillful, engrossing psychological thriller by a well-known British author ( Voices in an Empty Room and Frozen Music ). Attractive, middle-aged divorcee Ruth St. Just is convinced that her adored only son James, who has died mysteriously on the island of Ellampore off the coast of West Africa, was ... read more
Description: Very Good. 1555842488 1st edition. Binding in excellent condition. Dustjacket in very good condition. Pages are slightly tanned. Thanks for your business! read more
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: Grove Pr
Date Published: 1988
ISBN-13:9781555842482ISBN:1555842488
Description: A former library book with the usual identifiers in a protective glossy dust jacket covering. Dust Jacket has some edgewear present. -, Hard Cover, Very Good / Very Good. read more
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: Grove Pr
Date Published: 1988
ISBN-13:9781555842482ISBN:1555842488
Description: A wonderful copy with some minor edgewear to the cover. Dust Jacket has some edgewear present. -, Hard Cover, Very Good / Very Good. read more
Description: Good. Ex-Library book-will contain library markings. Light shelf wear and minimal interior marks. Millions of satisfied customers and climbing. Thriftbooks is the name you can trust, guaranteed. Spend Less. Read More. read more
Edition: 1st
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: Weidenfeld & Nicolson, N. Y.
Date Published: 1988
ISBN-13:9781555842482ISBN:1555842488
Description: Very Good in Very Good jacket. Hard Back. 8vo-over 7¾"-9¾" tall. -X-Library with usual library distinctions. The hard cover and the jacket has very light shelf wear.............We are very careful when we list our books, but sometimes something minor may get by.. read more
Edition: 1st
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: Grove Pr
Date Published: 10/1/1988
ISBN-13:9781555842482ISBN:1555842488
Description: Fine. 1555842488 like new/Fine in Mylar DJ, First Edition, mild deglossing to jacket, very crisp and tight, price intact, Not a remainder (Edition: First Edition) 1988...All books are packaged with care to protect the corners. Ships same or next bussness day. read more
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: Grove Pr
Date Published: 1988
ISBN-13:9781555842482ISBN:1555842488
Description: Fine. 1555842488 like new/Fine in Mylar DJ, First Edition, mild shelfwear, very crisp and tight, price intact, Not a remainder (Edition: First Edition)...All books are packaged with care to protect the corners. Ships same or next bussness day. read more
Edition: First Edition
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: Grove/Atlantic, Incorporated, New York, NY, U.S.A.
Date Published: 1988
ISBN-13:9781555842482ISBN:1555842488
Description: Very Good in Very Good jacket. Ex-Library. 8vo-over 7¾"-9¾" tall. Book is in very good condition with library stamps on Dedication Page and on page edges along with library card pocket and scanning label inside back cover. DJ is in very good condition being protected by a clear cover with library label on spine and secured to book with tape that has left slight stain inside both covers. A psychological quest that takes the reader to the heart of a spiritual commune and a duel over the death of ... read more
Description: Weidenfeld & Nicholson. 1988. First Edition. Hardcover. Very Good in Very Good dust jacket. Bottom corners lightly bumped, red remainder dot on bottom page ends and a very slight spine slant. DJ has a 1" tear at top of spine and light shelfwear. 1555842488. A nice tight clean FIRST EDITION but for remainder dot. Mylar cover on DJ. 296 pages. read more
Edition: Stated First Edition; First Printing
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: Weidenfeld & Nicolson, New York
Date Published: 1988
ISBN-13:9781555842482ISBN:1555842488
Description: Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 8vo; 297 pages. read more
Binding: Softcover
Publisher: Flamingo
Date Published: 1989
ISBN-13:9780006543749ISBN:000654374X
Description: New. This book has not been read and shows no obvious defects. It may have a remainder mark. Note this book is considered a trade or oversize paperback book. Our ultimate goal is to provide you with a satisfying customer experience. read more
Description: Good. Ships from the UK. Former Library book. Shows some signs of wear, and may have some markings on the inside. Your purchase also supports literacy charities. read more
Edition: 1st ed.
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: Hutchinson, London
Date Published: 1988
ISBN-13:9780091734541ISBN:0091734541
Description: Used-Good. VG hardback in Fair dust jacket. Pages clean; binding tight; dust jacket slightly yellowed, & with small loss to bottom edge of front panel; dust jacket protected in removable clear film. read more
Description: Good. Book shows minor use. Cover and Binding have minimal wear and the pages have only minimal creases. A tradition of southern quality and service. All books guaranteed at the Atlanta Book Company. read more
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