Verlag: Hutchinson, 2006
ISBN 10: 0091800951 ISBN 13: 9780091800956
Anbieter: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, Vereinigtes Königreich
Hardback. Zustand: 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.
Verlag: Penguin Random House, 2006
ISBN 10: 0091800951 ISBN 13: 9780091800956
Anbieter: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, USA
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Zustand: Good. First Edition. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages.
Verlag: Penguin Random House, 2006
ISBN 10: 0091800951 ISBN 13: 9780091800956
Anbieter: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, USA
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Zustand: Good. First Edition. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages.
Verlag: Cornerstone, United Kingdom, London, 2006
ISBN 10: 0091800951 ISBN 13: 9780091800956
Anbieter: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, Vereinigtes Königreich
Paperback. Zustand: Good. When Tiro, the confidential secretary of a Roman senator, opens the door to a terrified stranger on a cold November morning, he sets in motion a chain of events which will eventually propel his master into one of the most famous courtroom dramas in history. The stranger is a Sicilian, a victim of the island's corrupt Roman governor, Verres. The senator is Cicero, a brilliant young lawyer and spellbinding orator, determined to attain imperium - supreme power in the state. This is the starting-point of Robert Harris' most accomplished novel to date. Compellingly written in Tiro's voice, it takes us inside the violent, treacherous world of Roman politics, to describe how one man - clever, compassionate, devious, and vulnerable - fought to reach the top. 'Sometimes it is foolish to articulate an ambition too early - exposing it prematurely to the laughter and skepticism of the world can destroy it before it is even properly born. But sometimes the opposite occurs, and the very act of mentioning a thing makes it suddenly seem possible, even plausible. That was how it was that night. When Cicero pronounced the word "consul" he planted it in the ground like a standard for us all to admire. And for a moment we glimpsed the brilliant, starry future through his eyes, and saw that he was right: that if he took down Verres, he had a chance; that he might - just - with luck - go all the way to the summit.'. 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.
Verlag: Cornerstone, United Kingdom, London, 2006
ISBN 10: 0091800951 ISBN 13: 9780091800956
Anbieter: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, Vereinigtes Königreich
Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. When Tiro, the confidential secretary of a Roman senator, opens the door to a terrified stranger on a cold November morning, he sets in motion a chain of events which will eventually propel his master into one of the most famous courtroom dramas in history. The stranger is a Sicilian, a victim of the island's corrupt Roman governor, Verres. The senator is Cicero, a brilliant young lawyer and spellbinding orator, determined to attain imperium - supreme power in the state. This is the starting-point of Robert Harris' most accomplished novel to date. Compellingly written in Tiro's voice, it takes us inside the violent, treacherous world of Roman politics, to describe how one man - clever, compassionate, devious, and vulnerable - fought to reach the top. 'Sometimes it is foolish to articulate an ambition too early - exposing it prematurely to the laughter and skepticism of the world can destroy it before it is even properly born. But sometimes the opposite occurs, and the very act of mentioning a thing makes it suddenly seem possible, even plausible. That was how it was that night. When Cicero pronounced the word "consul" he planted it in the ground like a standard for us all to admire. And for a moment we glimpsed the brilliant, starry future through his eyes, and saw that he was right: that if he took down Verres, he had a chance; that he might - just - with luck - go all the way to the summit.'. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Verlag: Hutchinson, 2006
ISBN 10: 0091800951 ISBN 13: 9780091800956
Anbieter: Reuseabook, Gloucester, GLOS, Vereinigtes Königreich
Hardcover. Zustand: 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. Grubby book may have mild dirt or some staining, mostly on the edges of pages.
Verlag: Hutchinson, 2006
ISBN 10: 0091800951 ISBN 13: 9780091800956
Anbieter: Reuseabook, Gloucester, GLOS, Vereinigtes Königreich
Hardcover. Zustand: 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.
Zustand: Good. Signed Copy . Very Good dust jacket. Signed by author on title page.
Verlag: Hutchinson, 2006
ISBN 10: 0091800951 ISBN 13: 9780091800956
Anbieter: Eastleach Books, Newbury, BER, Vereinigtes Königreich
Signiert
Zustand: Fine. 4th impression. Imitation cloth, dj, F/VG+. [x]+403pp, b/w map, decorated endpapers, SIGNED ( with dedication & to John with very best wishes for Christmas 2006' ), dustjacket very slightly worn along the edges. The first novel in the author's trilogy centred on the life of the great Roman orator and lawyer Marcus Tullius Cicero. 825 grams.
Verlag: Hutchinson, 2006. 9780091800956, 2006
ISBN 10: 0091800951 ISBN 13: 9780091800956
Anbieter: Rothwell & Dunworth (ABA, ILAB), Dulverton, Vereinigtes Königreich
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1st edn 1st printing. 8vo. Original gilt lettered black cloth (Fine), dustwrapper (Fine in protective cover, not price clipped). Pp. 403, illus with b&w pictorial endpapers and map (no inscriptions).
Verlag: Hutchinson, London, 2006
ISBN 10: 0091800951 ISBN 13: 9780091800956
Anbieter: Brenner's Collectable Books ABAA, IOBA, Manasquan, NJ, USA
Erstausgabe Signiert
Hardcover. Zustand: Fine. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Fine. 1st Edition. 8vo., 403pp. Beautiful Unread Stated First Edition, First Printing with full number sequence. Square, tight and clean throughout with little or no wear or toning. Equally attractive unclipped dust-jacket, (£17.99), is fresh and bright with no chipping, creases, or tears. Signed and dated by the author on the title page. A gorgeous collectable copy.