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Publisher: New York Review Books; 1st Printing edition (November 15, 2005)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1590171756
ISBN-13: 978-1590171752
Product Dimensions:
8.3 x 5.6 x 0.9 inches
Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces
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