- Publisher : St. Martin’s Griffin; Reissue edition (January 4, 2011)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 448 pages
- ISBN-10 : 0312663153
- ISBN-13 : 978-0312663155
- Item Weight : 14.4 ounces
- Dimensions : 5.5 x 1.15 x 8.2 inches
£599.00 Original price was: £599.00.£399.00Current price is: £399.00.
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