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Paperback. Condition: Good. A work of genius--The Boston GlobeFrom the first sentence of the novel the reader is aware that he is in the presence of a magician. Collier] casts a spell and he does so always with a smile.--Paul TherouxA wayward masterpiece.Whatever this volume has cost you, it is, believe me, a great bargain.--Anthony BurgessIt is impossible to convey the subtle wit which makes you laugh out loud, the beauty and penetrating satire which blend so perfectly into its brilliance.--BooklistThe whole is written with sly humor throughout and is illuminated by splendid similes and metaphors which mark the author as a true humorist.--New York TimesIn the author's own words: This is a strange book.an emotional melodrama, complete with a Medusa villainess, an honest simpleton of a hero, and an angelic if only anthropoid heroine, all functioning in the two dimensional world of the old Lyceum poster or the primitive fresco.where an angel may outsize a church, and where a man may marry a monkey on a foggy day.--from John Collier's A Looking GlassWhen Alfred Fatigay returns to his native London, he brings along his trustworthy pet chimpanzee Emily who, unbeknownst to Fatigay, has become civilized: literate, literary--and in love with Fatigay himself. After Emily meets Alfred's fianc e Amy Flint, a 1920's modern woman, she sets out to save her beloved from Amy's cold grip. Emily is the perfect outside observer, writes Eva Brann in her introduction, because she is an African in Europe, a female in a man's world, a servant to liberated sophisticates, and above all an old-fashioned creature in a modern world.John Collier (1901-1980) was born in Britain, but spent much of his life in the U.S., where he wrote screenplays for Hollywood (The African Queen, Sylvia Scarlet, and I Am a Camera among them) and short stories for the New Yorker and other magazines. He was also a poet, editor, and reviewer. …

Condition: Good. Item in good condition. Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. A work of genius--The Boston GlobeFrom the first sentence of the novel the reader is aware that he is in the presence of a magician. Collier] casts a spell and he does so always with a smile.--Paul TherouxA wayward masterpiece.Whatever this volume has cost you, it is, believe me, a great bargain.--Anthony BurgessIt is impossible to convey the subtle wit which makes you laugh out loud, the beauty and penetrating satire which blend so perfectly into its brilliance.--BooklistThe whole is written with sly humor throughout and is illuminated by splendid similes and metaphors which mark the author as a true humorist.--New York TimesIn the author's own words: This is a strange book.an emotional melodrama, complete with a Medusa villainess, an honest simpleton of a hero, and an angelic if only anthropoid heroine, all functioning in the two dimensional world of the old Lyceum poster or the primitive fresco.where an angel may outsize a church, and where a man may marry a monkey on a foggy day.--from John Collier's A Looking GlassWhen Alfred Fatigay returns to his native London, he brings along his trustworthy pet chimpanzee Emily who, unbeknownst to Fatigay, has become civilized: literate, literary--and in love with Fatigay himself. After Emily meets Alfred's fianc e Amy Flint, a 1920's modern woman, she sets out to save her beloved from Amy's cold grip. Emily is the perfect outside observer, writes Eva Brann in her introduction, because she is an African in Europe, a female in a man's world, a servant to liberated sophisticates, and above all an old-fashioned creature in a modern world.John Collier (1901-1980) was born in Britain, but spent much of his life in the U.S., where he wrote screenplays for Hollywood (The African Queen, Sylvia Scarlet, and I Am a Camera among them) and short stories for the New Yorker and other magazines. He was also a poet, editor, and reviewer.…

paperback. Condition: Fair.

Condition: Very Good. Item in very good condition! Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Wallace, John (illustrator).

Condition: Acceptable. Item in acceptable condition! Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Wallace, John (illustrator).

Condition: Good. Good condition ex-library book with usual library markings and stickers. Wallace, John (illustrator).

Condition: very_good. Book is in very good condition and may include minimal underlining highlighting. The book can also include "From the library of" labels. May not contain miscellaneous items toys, dvds, etc. . We offer 100% money back guarantee and 24 7 customer service. Wallace, John (illustrator).…

Condition: good. Book is in good condition and may include underlining highlighting and minimal wear. The book can also include "From the library of" labels. May not contain miscellaneous items toys, dvds, etc. . We offer 100% money back guarantee and 24 7 customer service. Wallace, John (illustrator).…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting. Wallace, John (illustrator).

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Collier, Bryan (illustrator).

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Collier, Bryan (illustrator).

Condition: good. Fast Free Shipping â" Good condition. It may show normal signs of use, such as light writing, highlighting, or library markings, but all pages are intact and the book is fully readable. A solid, complete copy that's ready to enjoy.

Condition: Good. A sound copy with only light wear. Overall a solid copy at a great price.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. 1st Paul Dry Books ed. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting.

Paperback. Condition: Good. A work of genius--The Boston GlobeFrom the first sentence of the novel the reader is aware that he is in the presence of a magician. Collier] casts a spell and he does so always with a smile.--Paul TherouxA wayward masterpiece.Whatever this volume has cost you, it is, believe me, a great bargain.--Anthony BurgessIt is impossible to convey the subtle wit which makes you laugh out loud, the beauty and penetrating satire which blend so perfectly into its brilliance.--BooklistThe whole is written with sly humor throughout and is illuminated by splendid similes and metaphors which mark the author as a true humorist.--New York TimesIn the author's own words: This is a strange book.an emotional melodrama, complete with a Medusa villainess, an honest simpleton of a hero, and an angelic if only anthropoid heroine, all functioning in the two dimensional world of the old Lyceum poster or the primitive fresco.where an angel may outsize a church, and where a man may marry a monkey on a foggy day.--from John Collier's A Looking GlassWhen Alfred Fatigay returns to his native London, he brings along his trustworthy pet chimpanzee Emily who, unbeknownst to Fatigay, has become civilized: literate, literary--and in love with Fatigay himself. After Emily meets Alfred's fianc e Amy Flint, a 1920's modern woman, she sets out to save her beloved from Amy's cold grip. Emily is the perfect outside observer, writes Eva Brann in her introduction, because she is an African in Europe, a female in a man's world, a servant to liberated sophisticates, and above all an old-fashioned creature in a modern world.John Collier (1901-1980) was born in Britain, but spent much of his life in the U.S., where he wrote screenplays for Hollywood (The African Queen, Sylvia Scarlet, and I Am a Camera among them) and short stories for the New Yorker and other magazines. He was also a poet, editor, and reviewer. …

Hardback. Condition: Good.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. A work of genius--The Boston GlobeFrom the first sentence of the novel the reader is aware that he is in the presence of a magician. Collier] casts a spell and he does so always with a smile.--Paul TherouxA wayward masterpiece.Whatever this volume has cost you, it is, believe me, a great bargain.--Anthony BurgessIt is impossible to convey the subtle wit which makes you laugh out loud, the beauty and penetrating satire which blend so perfectly into its brilliance.--BooklistThe whole is written with sly humor throughout and is illuminated by splendid similes and metaphors which mark the author as a true humorist.--New York TimesIn the author's own words: This is a strange book.an emotional melodrama, complete with a Medusa villainess, an honest simpleton of a hero, and an angelic if only anthropoid heroine, all functioning in the two dimensional world of the old Lyceum poster or the primitive fresco.where an angel may outsize a church, and where a man may marry a monkey on a foggy day.--from John Collier's A Looking GlassWhen Alfred Fatigay returns to his native London, he brings along his trustworthy pet chimpanzee Emily who, unbeknownst to Fatigay, has become civilized: literate, literary--and in love with Fatigay himself. After Emily meets Alfred's fianc e Amy Flint, a 1920's modern woman, she sets out to save her beloved from Amy's cold grip. Emily is the perfect outside observer, writes Eva Brann in her introduction, because she is an African in Europe, a female in a man's world, a servant to liberated sophisticates, and above all an old-fashioned creature in a modern world.John Collier (1901-1980) was born in Britain, but spent much of his life in the U.S., where he wrote screenplays for Hollywood (The African Queen, Sylvia Scarlet, and I Am a Camera among them) and short stories for the New Yorker and other magazines. He was also a poet, editor, and reviewer.…

paperback. Condition: Good. Crease on cover* Writing on first page*. Wallace, John (illustrator).

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. 1. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting.

Condition: Fair. The item is fairly worn but still readable. The book may have some cosmetic wear like creased spine, cover, scratches, curled corners, folded pages, sunburn, stains, water damage, bent, torn, damaged binding, dent. The dust jacket if present, may be marked, and have considerable heavy wear. The book might be ex-library copy, and may have the markings and stickers associated from the library - The book may have considerable highlights, notes, underlined pages but the text is legible.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. First Edition. With dust jacket. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting.

Paperback. Condition: Fair. No Jacket. Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Wallace, John (illustrator).

Hardcover. Condition: As New. No Jacket. Pages are clean and are not marred by notes or folds of any kind. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Collier, John (illustrator).

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Collier, John (illustrator).

Condition: good. The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact including the dust cover, if applicable . Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials. Wallace, John (illustrator).…

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. Wallace, John (illustrator). …

Condition: Fine. Used book that is in almost brand-new condition. May contain a remainder mark. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Wallace, John (illustrator).

Condition: Very Good. 1st. 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.…

Condition: Good. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.