Dedicated to...: The Forgotten Friendships, Hidden Stories and Lost Loves Found in Second-hand Books - Hardcover

Gooderham, W B

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Synopsis

The right book, given to the right person at the right time can be the most wonderful gift. A book can say so many things - it can say thank you, I'm sorry, I miss you, I love you, I forgive you.

'Dedicated to ...' is a delightful collection of inscriptions found inside second-hand books. they range from the heartfelt, to the heartbreaking, to the downright hilarious and offer tantalizing glimpses into their books' own secret histories.

Wayne Gooderham is fascinated by second-hand books and curates a growing collection of those featuring intriguing inscriptions. The messages he finds range from the awkward scratchings of adolescent infatuation, to the resentful recriminations of a love affair gone sour and offer illuminating glimpses into their books' own secret histories.

This beautifully presented book will feature the very best from Wayne's collection of dedications alongside the covers of the works in which they were found. From 'Lolita' to 'Pride and Prejudice', there's something here to please every book lover's taste.

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About the Author

W B Gooderham is a freelance writer, regularly reviewing books and contributing articles on literature to The Guardian and Time Out. He lives in London and is currently writing his debut novel.

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