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Ida Scudder: Healing Bodies, Touching Hearts

Ida Scudder: Healing Bodies, Touching Hearts

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Columbus and the Age of Discovery

Columbus and the Age of Discovery

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A Journey Through My Family: The Story of the Wellingtons

A Journey Through My Family: The Story of the Wellingtons

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The Romantic Economist: A Story of Love and Market Forces

The Romantic Economist: A Story of Love and Market Forces

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Blush

Blush

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Somebody Somewhere

Somebody Somewhere

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An Unselfish Life: The Pat Roles Story

An Unselfish Life: The Pat Roles Story

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Arrested Development: The Aaron Cohen Story

Arrested Development: The Aaron Cohen Story

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John Watson

John Watson

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Plumer: The Soldier's General

Plumer: The Soldier's General

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Peter the Great

Peter the Great

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Great Granny B

Great Granny B

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Einstein: A Life in Science

Einstein: A Life in Science

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Lillie and the Gambler

Lillie and the Gambler

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Author: Betty WatsonBinding: SoftbackPublished: Self-published, 1994Condition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: No dust jacketPages: GoodMarkings: No markings-
Christina Stead. A Life Of Letters.

Christina Stead. A Life Of Letters.

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Author: Chris WilliamsBinding: SoftbackPublished: McPhee Gribble Publishers, 1989Condition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: No dust jacketPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis biography explores the life and letters of Australian-born novelist Christina Stead. It delves...
Writers and Their Background: Alexander Pope

Writers and Their Background: Alexander Pope

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Author: Peter DixonBinding: SoftbackPublished: G. Bell, 1972Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacketPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis book provides an insightful exploration of Alexander Pope, a prominent poet of the English Augustan...
Letters of Vance and Nettie Palmer, 1915-1963

Letters of Vance and Nettie Palmer, 1915-1963

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Author: Vance PalmerBinding: SoftbackPublished: National Library of Australia, 1977Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacketPages: Aging or markingMarkings: Previous ownerThis collection presents correspondence between Vance and Nettie Palmer from 1915 to...
The Christesen Romance

The Christesen Romance

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Author: Judith ArmstrongBinding: SoftbackPublished: Melbourne University Press, 1996Condition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: No dust jacketPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThe Christesen Romance is a captivating exploration of love and relationships set against the...
Andre Malraux: A Biography

Andre Malraux: A Biography

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Author: Curtis CateBinding: HardbackPublished: Fromm International, 1997Condition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: UnblemishedPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsCurtis Cate's biography explores the life of Andre Malraux, a literary figure, public personality, and political activist,...
The Poet Militant: Bernard O'Dowd

The Poet Militant: Bernard O'Dowd

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Author: Hugh AndersonBinding: HardbackPublished: Hill Of Content, 1969Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: YellowedMarkings: No markingsThis book explores the poetic philosophy of Bernard O'Dowd, a significant figure in Australian literature....
Archibald MacLeish: An American Life

Archibald MacLeish: An American Life

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Author: Scott Donaldson, R. H. WinnickBinding: HardbackPublished: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, 1992Condition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: UnblemishedPages: GoodMarkings: Previous ownerThis biography explores the life and contributions of Archibald MacLeish, an influential American...
Christopher Brennan - a critical biography

Christopher Brennan - a critical biography

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Author: Axel ClarkBinding: HardbackPublished: Melbourne University Press, 1980Condition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: UnblemishedPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis biography explores the life and works of Christopher Brennan, a significant Australian poet and scholar....
Australian By Choice

Australian By Choice

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Author: John MorrisonBinding: HardbackPublished: Rigby, 1973Condition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: UnblemishedPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsAustralian By Choice is a memoir featuring short stories that reflect on the author's experiences in Australia. Published...
Australians: Nine Profiles

Australians: Nine Profiles

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Author: John HetheringtonBinding: HardbackPublished: F.W. Cheshire, 1960Condition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: UnblemishedPages: GoodMarkings: Previous ownerA landmark history of Indigenous Australia that accompanies a major nine-part Australian television series. This book combines...
INTIMATE PORTRAITS AND OTHER PIECES

INTIMATE PORTRAITS AND OTHER PIECES

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Author: Vance Palmer; Selected with an Introduction by H.P. HeseltineBinding: HardbackPublished: Melbourne, Cheshire, 1969Condition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: UnblemishedPages: GoodMarkings: Signed with inscriptionThis collection includes essays and articles by Vance Palmer,...
The Morning Was Shining (SIGNED)

The Morning Was Shining (SIGNED)

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Author: John Aikman HetheringtonBinding: HardbackPublished: Faber, 1971Condition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: UnblemishedPages: GoodMarkings: SignedThis autobiography by John Aikman Hetherington recounts his journey and experiences, reflecting on his time in Australia and...
DISTURBING ELEMENT

DISTURBING ELEMENT

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Author: Xavier HerbertBinding: HardbackPublished: Angus & Robertson Ltd, 1963Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: YellowedMarkings: No markingsThis book is a story of an Australian literary legend written in his own...
Sweet Is War to Them That Know It Not

Sweet Is War to Them That Know It Not

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Author: Malcolm MuntheBinding: HardbackPublished: Gerald Duckworth, 1954Condition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: Wear and tearPages: YellowedMarkings: Previous ownerA compelling narrative that explores the complexities of war and its impact on human relationships....
Frank Harris: The Life and Loves of a Scoundrel

Frank Harris: The Life and Loves of a Scoundrel

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Author: Vincent BromeBinding: HardbackPublished: Thomas Yoseloff, 1964, Third PrintingCondition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: Wear and tearPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis book explores the life of Frank Harris, a controversial figure of the...
Margaret Mitchell's Gone with the Wind Letters, 1936-1949

Margaret Mitchell's Gone with the Wind Letters, 1936-1949

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Author: Margaret MitchellBinding: HardbackPublished: MacMillan, 1976Condition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: Wear and tearPages: GoodMarkings: Previous ownerThis collection features letters written by Margaret Mitchell between 1936 and 1949, providing insight into her...
H G Wells and his Family (as I have known them)

H G Wells and his Family (as I have known them)

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Author: H.G. WellsBinding: HardbackPublished: International Publishing, [1955]Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: DamagedPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis book offers a personal glimpse into the life of H.G. Wells, detailing his family and the influences...
The Order of Things: A Life of Joseph Furphy

The Order of Things: A Life of Joseph Furphy

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Author: John BarnesBinding: HardbackPublished: Oxford University Press, 1990Condition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: UnblemishedPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis biography explores the life of Joseph Furphy, an influential Australian author, shedding light on his...
The Making of a Sentimental Bloke: A Sketch of the Remarkable Career of C.J. Dennis

The Making of a Sentimental Bloke: A Sketch of the Remarkable Career of C.J. Dennis

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Author: Alec H. ChisholmBinding: HardbackPublished: Georgian House Pty Ltd, 1946Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis book provides a romantic story of C.J. Dennis and sketches the remarkable...
The Adventures of Louis Becke

The Adventures of Louis Becke

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Author: Louis BeckeBinding: HardbackPublished: Hill of Content, 1967Condition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: UnblemishedPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis book highlights the thrilling adventures and experiences of Australian writer Louis Becke, who was known...
Shaw in his time

Shaw in his time

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Author: Ivor John Carnegie BrownBinding: HardbackPublished: Nelson, 1967Condition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: UnblemishedPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis book is an excellent introduction to the life and works of George Bernard Shaw, written...
Whole Life: An Autobiography

Whole Life: An Autobiography

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Author: Morris LurieBinding: HardbackPublished: McPhee Gribble, 1987Condition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: UnblemishedPages: YellowedMarkings: No markingsIn 'Whole Life: An Autobiography', Morris Lurie reflects on his life experiences with humor and insight. The...
Miles Franklin in America. Her Unknown Brilliant Career.

Miles Franklin in America. Her Unknown Brilliant Career.

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Author: Verna ColemanBinding: HardbackPublished: Sirius Books, 1981Condition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: UnblemishedPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis book explores the life and contributions of Miles Franklin, an influential Australian author, during her years...
Frank Harris

Frank Harris

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Author: Philippa PullarBinding: HardbackPublished: Simon & Schuster, 1976Condition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: Wear and tearPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis biography of Frank Harris by Philippa Pullar explores the life and works of...
Matthew Arnold: Poet and Prophet

Matthew Arnold: Poet and Prophet

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Author: A. L. RowseBinding: HardbackPublished: Thames & Hudson, 1976Condition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: UnblemishedPages: GoodMarkings: Previous ownerThis first edition hardcover book offers a comprehensive look at the life and work of...
Day of My Delight: An Anglo-Australian Memoir

Day of My Delight: An Anglo-Australian Memoir

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Author: Martin BoydBinding: HardbackPublished: Lansdowne, 1965Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: UnblemishedPages: Aging or markingMarkings: No markingsThis memoir chronicles Martin Boyd's experiences as an Anglo-Australian, reflecting on life after returning to Australia from...
Christopher Brennan: Some Recollections

Christopher Brennan: Some Recollections

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Author: Richard PenningtonBinding: HardbackPublished: Angus & Robertson, 1970Condition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: UnblemishedPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis book offers a collection of recollections and insights into the life and works of Christopher...
The Stick and the Stars

The Stick and the Stars

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Author: Commander William King DSO., DSC.Binding: HardbackPublished: Hutchinson, 1958Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: DamagedPages: Aging or markingMarkings: No markingsThe Stick and the Stars is a first edition book by Commander William King,...
Joseph Ashby of Tysoe, 1859-1919 - A Study of English Village Life

Joseph Ashby of Tysoe, 1859-1919 - A Study of English Village Life

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Author: M. K. AshbyBinding: HardbackPublished: Cambridge at the University Press, 1961Condition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: UnblemishedPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis book offers a detailed study of Joseph Ashby, a farmer and social...
No Glass Slipper

No Glass Slipper

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Author: Margery HurstBinding: HardbackPublished: Crown Publishers, Inc., 1967, Second Impression Condition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: UnblemishedPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThe amazing success story of a self-made millionairess. The book details her journey...
Baibars the First: His Endeavours and Achievements

Baibars the First: His Endeavours and Achievements

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Author: Abdul-Aziz KhowaiterBinding: HardbackPublished: Green Mountain Press Ltd., 1978Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: Aging or markingMarkings: No markingsThis book provides an insightful biography of Baibars, highlighting his bravery and...
Family Album

Family Album

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Author: Phyllis NicholsonBinding: HardbackPublished: John Murray, 1943Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: Aging or markingMarkings: Previous owner-
Death of a Gentleman

Death of a Gentleman

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Author: Christopher HollisBinding: HardbackPublished: Burns Oates, 1945Condition remarks:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: Aging or markingMarkings: Previous ownerThis book is a collection of letters from Christopher Hollis concerning the publication of...
Fanfare for Elizabeth

Fanfare for Elizabeth

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Author: Edith SitwellBinding: HardbackPublished: Macmillan, 1946Condition remarks:Book: Very goodJacket: UnblemishedPages: YellowedMarkings: No markingsFanfare for Elizabeth is a literary work by Edith Sitwell that explores themes related to Henry VIII and...