writ strange (7 resultados)

320pp. 8vo. Original cloth in chipped dustwrapper. B&W plates. A very good copy. . First edition.

Hardback. Alan Marshall, F. W. CHESHIRE. Author: Alan MarshallBinding: HardbackPublished: F. W. CHESHIRE, 1949Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: YellowedMarkings: Previous ownerOurselves Writ Strange presents a compelling collection of autobiographical essays that illuminate the Australian author's formative years with clarity and conviction. This literary memoir chronicles Marshall's childhood in rural Victoria, confronting the physical and social challenges of living with polio while asserting a resilient, imaginative spirit. The book argues for the dignity of difference and the transformative power of storytelling, using vivid character sketches and sharply observed scenes to illustrate the richness of working-class life. Marshall instructs the reader in the art of empathy, drawing strength from hardship without sentimentality. Hardback.

Hardcover. Condición: Very Good. No Jacket. 2nd Edition. 321 pages. Illustrated. Includes interesting press clipping. SIGNED DATED AND INSCRIBED BY AUTHOR. Cover slightly soiled, otherwise a tight straight copy.

Hardcover. Condición: Very Good. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Very Good. 1st Edition. Melbourne: F.W. Cheshire, 1948. 1st edition. Hard cover; dust jacket. 320 p; b & w photos. Very Good ; a little browning on first and last page and to top edge; a sound, clean and attractive copy. D/J: Very Good: a narrow strip is sun-faded at top and along right edge of front cover; small chips on spine and edges; else clean and bright. Alan Marshall's travels throughout Australia in the 1940s, and his reflections (and anecdotes) of the people he met. Signed by Author(s).

Cloth. Condición: Very Good. No Jacket. First Edition. A very good copy, some slight bumping to spine, digital photos available. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

Hardcover. Condición: Near Fine. First Edition. 320 pages. Printed endpapers. B/w photos by author. A clean, straight, unmarked book. D/j tiny edge chip, otherwise bright, complete, now protected. Scan available.

Secondhand, Hardback. , . NB: This is a secondhand book. See our FAQs for more information. Photo is of the actual book - please note wear and tear. A description of our secondhand books is not always available. Please contact us if you have a question about this title.Author: Alan Marshall, F.W. CheshireFormat: HardbackRemarks on Condition :Condition Remarks: Fair - mild rubbing to edges, light bumping to spine and corners, , No dustjacket, Yellowed Pages, Previous owner's name/dedication"Ourselves Writ Strange" by Alan Marshall, published by F.W. Cheshire in 1948, is a signed first edition that offers a glimpse into the author's life and experiences. This 320-page book is a valuable collectible for readers interested in Marshall's work. Secondhand, Hardback.