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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...
Moonee Ponds To Broadway

Moonee Ponds To Broadway

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Author: Keith DunstanBinding: PaperbackPublished: Australia Post, 2008Condition:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacketPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: Condition as shown in imageMoonee Ponds To Broadway chronicles a delightful journey from the familiar...
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...
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...
Onions In The Stew

Onions In The Stew

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Author: Betty MacdonaldBinding: HardbackPublished: Hammond, Hammond & Co, 1955Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damagePages: Tanning and foxingMarkings: Previous ownerThis delightful memoir chronicles the author's humorous misadventures as...
Anybody Can Do Anything

Anybody Can Do Anything

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Author: Betty MacdonaldBinding: HardbackPublished: Hammond, Hammond & Co. Ltd, 1951Condition:Book: FairJacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damagePages: Tanning and foxingMarkings: No markingsThis witty memoir chronicles the author's often-hilarious attempts...
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...
Mickey: The cat who helped me through times of change, from the

Mickey: The cat who helped me through times of change, from the

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From the New York Times bestselling author of Cleo , a warm, wistful coming-of-age true story about the transition from childhood to adolescence, and the small stray cat who helped...
Please Miss: A Heartbreaking Work of Staggering Penis

Please Miss: A Heartbreaking Work of Staggering Penis

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Green shoots, green leaves, California green vesicles be-neath the California green-brown mud. A hormonal transition is a new start, but it is not a new start like a shoot emerges...
An Alphabet for Gourmets

An Alphabet for Gourmets

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Admired by W. H. Auden as one of the greatest American writers, M. F. K Fisher never focuses on just the food set before her. Instead, with unfailingly elegant prose,...
Little Failure: A Memoir

Little Failure: A Memoir

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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * NATIONAL BOOK CRITICS CIRCLE AWARD FINALIST NAMED ONE OF THE TEN BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY MICHIKO KAKUTANI, THE NEW YORK TIMES * NAMED...
The Panic Years: dates, doubts and the mother of all decisions

The Panic Years: dates, doubts and the mother of all decisions

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A compassionate, funny and beautifully written exploration of contemporary womanhood - the book may have 'panic' in the title, but Nell's words calmed and soothed me deeply.' - Daisy Buchanan...
You Can Do It!: Speak Your Mind, America

You Can Do It!: Speak Your Mind, America

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A searing and hilarious commentary on woke culture in America from the legendary comedian, actor, and Emmy-nominated SNL writer. Rob Schneider's childhood in the San Francisco Bay area with parents...
Theft by Finding: Diaries (1977-2002)

Theft by Finding: Diaries (1977-2002)

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One of the most anticipated books of 2017: Boston Globe, New York Times Book Review , New York 's "Vulture", The Week , Bustle, BookRiot An NPR Best Book of...
A Del of a Life: The hilarious #1 bestseller from the national

A Del of a Life: The hilarious #1 bestseller from the national

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A hilarious and heartfelt new autobiography from the national treasure Sir David Jason 'There are British telly icons and then there is Sir David Jason. This book is such gold...
MILF: Motherhood, Identity, Love and F*ckery

MILF: Motherhood, Identity, Love and F*ckery

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Much-loved artist Paloma Faith's raw, funny and personal account of motherhood, working and not having it all ***THE INSTANT NUMBER ONE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER***'The most raw, funny and liberating look...