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Graft: How to Smash Life

Graft: How to Smash Life

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GET OUT THERE, GIVE IT 110% AND ABSOLUTELY SMASH IT! Tom Skinner is a grafter. Born and bred in Romford, he's spent a lifetime on market stalls and has always...
Lost in Music: The classic laugh-out-loud memoir

Lost in Music: The classic laugh-out-loud memoir

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A hilarious memoir and modern classic of trying to make it as a rock star, perfect for fans of High Fidelity and Daisy Jones & the Six 'In the Spring...
Portrait Of Elmbury: The Biography Of A Market Town

Portrait Of Elmbury: The Biography Of A Market Town

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Author: John MooreBinding: HardbackPublished: London : Collins, 1948Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damagePages: Good, price clippedMarkings: Previous ownerCondition remarks: significant tanning to pages and dust cover; plastic...
Mortality

Mortality

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Sunday Times 2012 Books of The Year Mail on Sunday's 2012 Books of The Year Independent's 2012 Books of The Year The Times 2012 Books of The Year During the...
Naked

Naked

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A collection of personal essays - surprising, disarming, heartbreakingly funny - from the No.1 bestselling writer Time named America's Favourite Humorist. A riotous collection of memoirs which explores the absurd...
Big Mouth

Big Mouth

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"Like hanging with your funniest, sunniest, most sound, wise friend. " - Marian Keyes Everything good, bad and downright mad that has shaped Vogue's life and career is laid bare...
Why Is He Laughing?: A Cartoonist's Journey With Cancer

Why Is He Laughing?: A Cartoonist's Journey With Cancer

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Author: BrosnanBinding: HardbackPublished: NCS, 2019Condition:Book: GoodJacket: N/APages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis poignant memoir chronicles one artist's unexpected battle with a life-altering diagnosis. With a cartoonist's keen eye for the absurd and...
Not That Kind of Girl: A Young Woman Tells You What She's "Learned"

Not That Kind of Girl: A Young Woman Tells You What She's "Learned"

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From the acclaimed creator, producer, and star of HBO's Girls comes a hilarious, wise, and fiercely candid collection of personal essays that establishes Lena Dunham as one of the most...
Big Mouth

Big Mouth

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"Like hanging with your funniest, sunniest, most sound, wise friend. " - Marian Keyes Everything good, bad and downright mad that has shaped Vogue's life and career is laid bare...
The Slapstick Queens

The Slapstick Queens

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Author: James Robert ParishBinding: HardbackPublished: CASTLE BOOKS NEW YORK, 1973Condition:Book: GoodJacket: DamagedPages: GoodMarkings: Previous ownerCondition remarks: tears on spineThe Slapstick Queens chronicles the groundbreaking careers of Hollywood's most iconic female...
Bury Me Vertical

Bury Me Vertical

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In his latest collection, Ryle brings together the best cock and bull stories from the local pub, the sale yard, the track and his own remarkable life. Have you heard...
Cleo: How An Uppity Cat Helped Heal A Family

Cleo: How An Uppity Cat Helped Heal A Family

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Author: Helen BrownBinding: PaperbackPublished: ARENA ALLEN&UNWIN, 2009Condition:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacketPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Condition as shown in imageThis heartwarming memoir chronicles the unexpected bond between a spirited feline...
The Groucho Letters: Letters From And To Groucho Marx

The Groucho Letters: Letters From And To Groucho Marx

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Author: Groucho MarxBinding: HardbackPublished: Michael Joseph, 1967Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: Tanning and foxing, price clippedMarkings: No markingsThe Groucho Letters: Letters From And To Groucho Marx presents a remarkable collection...
Building Material: The Memoir of a Park Avenue Doorman

Building Material: The Memoir of a Park Avenue Doorman

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For fans of books like Waiter Rant , and all those who have always wondered how the other half lives, comes this heartfelt, laugh-out-loud memoir from a New York City...
The Groucho Phile: An Illustrated Life

The Groucho Phile: An Illustrated Life

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Author: Groucho MarxBinding: HardbackPublished: Galahad Books, 1979Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: YellowedMarkings: No markingsThis collection presents the inimitable wit and wisdom of one of comedy's most enduring figures. The Groucho...
The Wit Of Walker

The Wit Of Walker

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Author: Max Walker With Mike CowardBinding: HardbackPublished: Garry Sparke & Ass., Melbourne, 1983Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Very goodPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis collection of humorous anecdotes chronicles the life and observations of a...
Fat, Bald And Worthless: The Curious Stories Behind Noble Nicknames

Fat, Bald And Worthless: The Curious Stories Behind Noble Nicknames

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Author: Revd Robert EastonBinding: HardbackPublished: PENGUIN BOOKS, 2006Condition:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and cornersPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Some wear on back external cover; pages...
The Best Of James Herriot: Favourite Memories Of A Country Vet, Enhanced With Drawings And Photographs To Create A Permanent Record Of 'Herriot Country'

The Best Of James Herriot: Favourite Memories Of A Country Vet, Enhanced With Drawings And Photographs To Create A Permanent Record Of 'Herriot Country'

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Author: James HerriotBinding: HardbackPublished: Readers Digest, London, 1982Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Worn/faded, no tearsPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis charming collection, The Best Of James Herriot: Favourite Memories Of A Country Vet, Enhanced With...
I•Leonardo

I•Leonardo

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Author: Ralph SteadmanBinding: HardbackPublished: Summit Books, New York, 1983Condition:Book: Very goodJacket: Very goodPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Minor wear on external cover; internal pages in very good conditionRalph Steadman's I...
You'll Grow Out of It

You'll Grow Out of It

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"Introducing Jessi Klein, a Nora Ephron for a new generation." "Both a tomboy and a late bloomer, Jessi Klein grew up always feeling like more of an observer than a...
This Side Of The Rabbit Proof Fence: A Collection Of Reminiscences Enlivened By Tall Stories Of Rural Australia

This Side Of The Rabbit Proof Fence: A Collection Of Reminiscences Enlivened By Tall Stories Of Rural Australia

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Author: Wilbur G. HowcroftBinding: HardbackPublished: THE HAWTHORN PRESS, 1971Condition:Book: PoorJacket: Wear and tearPages: Some moisture damageMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Moisture damage on pages. Otherwise content remain intact. This compelling narrative...
This Will Only Hurt a Little

This Will Only Hurt a Little

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A hilarious, heartfelt, and refreshingly honest memoir and New York Times bestseller by the beloved comedic actress known for her roles on Freaks and Geeks , Dawson's Creek , and...
Requests The Pleasure

Requests The Pleasure

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Author: Joyce GrenfellBinding: HardbackPublished: Macmillan., 1976Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Very goodPages: Yellowed, price clippedMarkings: Fair - Bumping on spine and corners. Rubbed edges.Requests The Pleasure presents a delightful collection of humorous observations...
P.G. Wodehouse: A Literary Biography

P.G. Wodehouse: A Literary Biography

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Author: Benny GreenBinding: HardbackPublished: Michael Joseph., 1981Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Very goodPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsP.G. Wodehouse: A Literary Biography by Benny Green offers an insightful look into the life and comedic artistry...
The Gay Provider: The Myer Story

The Gay Provider: The Myer Story

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Author: Alan MarshallBinding: HardbackPublished: F.W. Cheshire, Melbourne, 1961Condition:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and cornersPages: YellowedMarkings: No markingsThe Gay Provider presents a heartwarming narrative set against...
Bert Newton: My Australia

Bert Newton: My Australia

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Author: Bert Newton With John LarkinsBinding: HardbackPublished: RIGBY, 1983Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Worn/faded, no tearsPages: YellowedMarkings: No markingsThis memoir chronicles the remarkable life and career of an Australian entertainment icon, offering an...
Remember Smith's Weekly?: A Biography Of An Uninhibited National Australian Newspaper

Remember Smith's Weekly?: A Biography Of An Uninhibited National Australian Newspaper

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Author: George BlaikieBinding: HardbackPublished: RIGBY LIMITED, 1967Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: Tanning and foxingMarkings: No markingsGeorge Blaikie chronicles the vibrant history of a groundbreaking Australian publication in Remember Smith's Weekly?:...
The Gay Provider: The Myer Story

The Gay Provider: The Myer Story

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Author: Alan MarshallBinding: HardbackPublished: F. W. Cheshire, 1961Condition:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and cornersPages: Tanning and foxingMarkings: No markingsThe Gay Provider presents a heartwarming narrative...
The Lord God Made Them All

The Lord God Made Them All

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Author: James HerriotBinding: HardbackPublished: Bantam, 1981Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Very goodPages: Good, price clippedMarkings: Previous ownerThis heartwarming memoir, The Lord God Made Them All, chronicles the continuing adventures of a country veterinarian...
The Wit Of Sir Robert Menzies

The Wit Of Sir Robert Menzies

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Author: Ray RobinsonBinding: HardbackPublished: Leslie Frewin, 1967Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: Tanning and foxing, price clippedMarkings: No markingsThis engaging collection The Wit Of Sir Robert Menzies chronicles the sharp intellect...
The Wit Of President Kennedy

The Wit Of President Kennedy

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Author: Bill AdlerBinding: HardbackPublished: Leslie Frewin, 1965Condition:Book: FairJacket: Wear and tearPages: Yellowed, price clippedMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Cut on fep.This compelling non-fiction work chronicles the legendary humor and intellectual acuity...
I Hope They Serve Beer In Hell

I Hope They Serve Beer In Hell

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"My name is Tucker Max, and I am an asshole." With these words Tucker Max launched a classic humor bestseller that has sold more than two million copies in the...
The Best Of James Herriot: Favourite Memories Of A Country Vet

The Best Of James Herriot: Favourite Memories Of A Country Vet

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Author: James HerriotBinding: HardbackPublished: Reader's Digest, 1982Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damagePages: GoodMarkings: Previous ownerCondition remarks: Mild chipping on top end of spine, faded jacketThis collection, The...
I'M Not Making This Up, You Know: An Autobiography Of The Queen Of Musical Parody

I'M Not Making This Up, You Know: An Autobiography Of The Queen Of Musical Parody

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Author: Anna RussellBinding: HardbackPublished: Continuum Intl Pub Group, 1985Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: Tanning and foxingMarkings: Remainder markThis engaging autobiography, I'M Not Making This Up, You Know, chronicles the remarkable...
Goon Abroad

Goon Abroad

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Author: Harry SecombeBinding: HardbackPublished: Robson Books, London, 1982Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: Tanning and foxing, price clippedMarkings: Previous ownerGoon Abroad presents a hilarious collection of anecdotes and observations from the...
No Laughing Matter

No Laughing Matter

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Author: Joseph Heller & Speed VogelBinding: HardbackPublished: G. P. Putnam's Sons, 1986Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis poignant memoir, No Laughing Matter, chronicles Joseph Heller's harrowing battle with...
Bert!: Bert Newton's Own Story

Bert!: Bert Newton's Own Story

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Author: Bert NewtonBinding: HardbackPublished: Garry Sparke & Associates, 1977Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Worn/faded, no tearsPages: Tanning and foxingMarkings: No markingsThis captivating autobiography chronicles the remarkable life and career of an Australian entertainment...
Life With Googie

Life With Googie

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Author: John MccallumBinding: HardbackPublished: Heinemann London, 1979Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Worn/faded, no tearsPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsUnknown
The Egg And I

The Egg And I

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Author: Betty MacdonaldBinding: HardbackPublished: HAMMOND HAMMOND & COMPANY, 1955Condition:Book: FairJacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damagePages: Tanning and foxingMarkings: Previous ownerThis delightful memoir chronicles the often-hilarious misadventures of a...
Eric & Ernie: The Autobiography Of Morecambe & Wise

Eric & Ernie: The Autobiography Of Morecambe & Wise

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Author: Morecambe & WiseBinding: HardbackPublished: W H ALLEN, 1973Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Worn/faded, no tearsPages: Yellowed, price clippedMarkings: Previous ownerThis engaging autobiography chronicles the remarkable lives and enduring partnership of two legendary...
The Fool On The Hill: An Autobiography

The Fool On The Hill: An Autobiography

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Author: Max WallBinding: HardbackPublished: London. Quartet Books Ltd, 1975Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damagePages: Tanning and foxing, price clippedMarkings: Previous ownerThis autobiography chronicles the remarkable life and...
Benjamin Disraeli, Earl Of Beaconsfield, K.G.: In Upwards Of 100 Cartoons From The Collection Of "Mr Punch."

Benjamin Disraeli, Earl Of Beaconsfield, K.G.: In Upwards Of 100 Cartoons From The Collection Of "Mr Punch."

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Author: Mr PunchBinding: HardbackPublished: PUNCH OFFICE, London , 1878Condition:Book: FairJacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and cornersPages: Tanning and foxingMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Rebound copy. Worn boards...
Cockburn Sums Up

Cockburn Sums Up

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Author: Claud CockburnBinding: HardbackPublished: Quartet Books, 1981Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Worn/faded, no tearsPages: Tanning and foxing, price clippedMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Faded and discoloured DJ. Small stain to DJ spine. Light tanning...
The Wit Of Sir Robert Menzies

The Wit Of Sir Robert Menzies

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Author: Ray RobinsonBinding: HardbackPublished: Leslie Frewin, 1966Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damagePages: Tanning and foxingMarkings: No markingsThis engaging collection chronicles the sharp intellect and renowned humour of...
A Flask Of Fields: Verbal And Visual Gems From The Films Of W.C. Fields

A Flask Of Fields: Verbal And Visual Gems From The Films Of W.C. Fields

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Author: Richard J. AnobileBinding: HardbackPublished: Darien House, 1972Condition:Book: FairJacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damagePages: YellowedMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Stained end papers.A Flask Of Fields: Verbal And Visual Gems...
To Sea In A Sieve

To Sea In A Sieve

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Author: Peter BullBinding: HardbackPublished: Peter Davies., 1956Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damagePages: Tanning and foxing, price clippedMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Slight discolouration to DJ from age, minor...
To Be Honest

To Be Honest

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A memoir about one man's strange upbringing in a family fanatically devoted to honesty Raised in what he affectionately calls "our little honesty cult," Michael Leviton was ingrained with his...