Isbn: 9780330480413 - the hiding place (28 resultados)

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Paperback. Condición: Good. Shortlisted for the Booker Prize 2000 'Fans of Kate Atkinson and Andrea Ashworth will love this. Read it and weep.' Mirror This brilliant first novel is set in the Maltese community of Tiger Bay in Cardiff where the author grew up. Dolores, the narrator tells the story of her childhood - her father, Frankie, a compulsive gambler who, due to a misunderstanding at the moment of her birth (he is convinced that his wife will finally give birth to a boy after a multitude of daughters) loses everything to his rival Joe Medora, head of the Maltese Mafia. Frankie's gambling leads to the fire which disfigures Dolores. There is a terrifyingly vivid scene as Dolores remembers watching her hand being burnt in the fire that destroys their home and the moment when Joe claims one of Frankie's daughters as his own. The author evokes the world of Dolores and her family with brilliant power and sensitivity. The novel flits between past and present as Dolores reflects on her childhood and the lives that her father created for himself and his children.…

Paperback. Condición: Fair. No Jacket. Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

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paperback. Condición: Very Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Soft Cover. Condición: Very Good. Wraps have only light wear, spine unbent. Pages are clean, text is unmarked. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

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Paperback. Condición: Fair. A readable copy of the book which may include some defects such as highlighting and notes. Cover and pages may be creased and show discolouration.

Paperback. Condición: Good. Shortlisted for the Booker Prize 2000 'Fans of Kate Atkinson and Andrea Ashworth will love this. Read it and weep.' Mirror This brilliant first novel is set in the Maltese community of Tiger Bay in Cardiff where the author grew up. Dolores, the narrator tells the story of her childhood - her father, Frankie, a compulsive gambler who, due to a misunderstanding at the moment of her birth (he is convinced that his wife will finally give birth to a boy after a multitude of daughters) loses everything to his rival Joe Medora, head of the Maltese Mafia. Frankie's gambling leads to the fire which disfigures Dolores. There is a terrifyingly vivid scene as Dolores remembers watching her hand being burnt in the fire that destroys their home and the moment when Joe claims one of Frankie's daughters as his own. The author evokes the world of Dolores and her family with brilliant power and sensitivity. The novel flits between past and present as Dolores reflects on her childhood and the lives that her father created for himself and his children. The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine.…

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. Shortlisted for the Booker Prize 2000 'Fans of Kate Atkinson and Andrea Ashworth will love this. Read it and weep.' Mirror This brilliant first novel is set in the Maltese community of Tiger Bay in Cardiff where the author grew up. Dolores, the narrator tells the story of her childhood - her father, Frankie, a compulsive gambler who, due to a misunderstanding at the moment of her birth (he is convinced that his wife will finally give birth to a boy after a multitude of daughters) loses everything to his rival Joe Medora, head of the Maltese Mafia. Frankie's gambling leads to the fire which disfigures Dolores. There is a terrifyingly vivid scene as Dolores remembers watching her hand being burnt in the fire that destroys their home and the moment when Joe claims one of Frankie's daughters as his own. The author evokes the world of Dolores and her family with brilliant power and sensitivity. The novel flits between past and present as Dolores reflects on her childhood and the lives that her father created for himself and his children. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Paperback. Condición: Used; Good. Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. This book is in good condition but will show signs of previous ownership. Please expect some creasing to the spine and/or minor damage to the cover. Aged book. Tanned pages and age spots, however, this will not interfere with reading.…

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

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Condición: Very Good. 2001. Paperback. Good celan copy with minor shelf wear. . . . .

Condición: Very Good. 2001. Paperback. Good celan copy with minor shelf wear. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

Condición: As New. : Ambientada en la comunidad maltesa de Tiger Bay en Cardiff, esta novela cuenta la historia de Dolores, cuyo padre, Frankie, un jugador compulsivo, lo pierde todo ante su rival Joe Medora, jefe de la mafia maltesa. La novela se mueve entre el pasado y el presente mientras Dolores reflexiona sobre su infancia y las vidas que su padre creó para sí mismo y sus hijos. Una historia conmovedora y vívida sobre la familia, la pérdida y la búsqueda de un lugar al que llamar hogar. EAN: 9780330480413 Tipo: Libros Categoría: Literatura y Ficción Título: The Hiding Place Autor: Trezza Azzopardi Editorial: Picador Idioma: en Páginas: 250 Formato: tapa blanda.…

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. Reprint; First Printing. Some foxing to endpapers and edges of reading block.; Nice tight flat copy, no names inside. Cover photo by William Gedney.; 288 pages; Author's first novel, shortlisted for the Booker Prize 2000 and winner of the Geoffrey Faber Memorial Prize. Set in the Maltese community of Tiger Bay the story of Frank Gauci, his wife Mary , and their six daughters. Through the eyes of Dolores, the youngest daughter, we see the Cardiff underworld of the 1960s. A life of gaming rooms and cafes, crumbling houses and burning secrets that will tear this family apart.…

paperback. Condición: Very Good. . Posted within 1 working day. Royal Mail Tracked 24 to UK. Tracked Airmail worldwide. Robust recyclable packaging. Picture is the actual item.

Paperback. Condición: Used; Very Good. ***Simply Brit*** Welcome to our online used book store, where affordability meets great quality. Dive into a world of captivating reads without breaking the bank. We take pride in offering a wide selection of used books, from classics to hidden gems, ensuring there is something for every literary palate. All orders are shipped within 24 hours and our lightning fast-delivery within 48 hours coupled with our prompt customer service ensures a smooth journey from ordering to delivery. Discover the joy of reading with us, your trusted source for affordable books that do not compromise on quality.…

Paperback. Condición: Good. 250 pages.

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Colour Illustrated Paperback. Condición: Near Fine (NEAR NEW). No Jacket. Reprint. .Please e-mail for further details. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾". Not Illustrated (ilustrador). Not Signed or Inscribed.

Trade Paperback. Condición: Good. No Jacket. 3rd Impression.

Paperback. Condición: Good. 282 pages. Shortlisted for the Booker Prize in 2000, this is an extraordinary and heart- breaking debut novel.Shortlisted for the Booker Prize 2000 'Fans of Kate Atkinso n and Andrea Ashworth will love this. Read it and weep.' Mirror This brilliant f irst novel is set in the Maltese community of Tiger Bay in Cardiff where the aut hor grew up. Dolores, the narrator tells the story of her childhood - her father , Frankie, a compulsive gambler who, due to a misunderstanding at the moment of her birth (he is convinced that his wife will finally give birth to a boy after a multitude of daughters) loses everything to his rival Joe Medora, head of the Maltese Mafia. Frankie's gambling leads to the fire which disfigures Dolores. Th ere is a terrifyingly vivid scene as Dolores remembers watching her hand being b urnt in the fire that destroys their home and the moment when Joe claims one of Frankie's daughters as his own. The author evokes the world of Dolores and her f amily with brilliant power and sensitivity. The novel flits between past and pre sent as Dolores reflects on her childhood and the lives that her father created for himself and his children.…

Paperback. Condición: Good. 282 pages. Cover worn.Shortlisted for the Booker Prize in 2000, this is an extraordinary and heart- breaking debut novel.Shortlisted for the Booker Prize 2000 'Fans of Kate Atkinso n and Andrea Ashworth will love this. Read it and weep.' Mirror This brilliant f irst novel is set in the Maltese community of Tiger Bay in Cardiff where the aut hor grew up. Dolores, the narrator tells the story of her childhood - her father , Frankie, a compulsive gambler who, due to a misunderstanding at the moment of her birth (he is convinced that his wife will finally give birth to a boy after a multitude of daughters) loses everything to his rival Joe Medora, head of the Maltese Mafia. Frankie's gambling leads to the fire which disfigures Dolores. Th ere is a terrifyingly vivid scene as Dolores remembers watching her hand being b urnt in the fire that destroys their home and the moment when Joe claims one of Frankie's daughters as his own. The author evokes the world of Dolores and her f amily with brilliant power and sensitivity. The novel flits between past and pre sent as Dolores reflects on her childhood and the lives that her father created for himself and his children.…

Condición: Very Good.