In these stories, the author evokes the vulnerability and promise of childhood and adolescence and the uncertainty of childhood, and conjures up the charm and dourness of the Scottish countryside. Her subjects are those on the fringe of society - the old, the homeless, the orphaned and the lonely.
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Seller: WeBuyBooks, Rossendale, LANCS, United Kingdom
Condition: Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read but remains in clean condition. All of the pages are intact and the cover is intact and the spine may show signs of wear. The book may have minor markings which are not specifically mentioned. Seller Inventory # rev3550892436
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Seller: Better World Books Ltd, Dunfermline, United Kingdom
Condition: Very Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 42508237-20
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Seller: Bookfare, Ambleside, United Kingdom
Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. First Edition. 11 stories; Hardback: green cloth decorated in gilt on spine; Bruise to head of spine, lacks front free end-paper, else near fine in less fine price-clipped dustwrapper. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Seller Inventory # 5262
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