ISBN: 9780224082044 - a case of exploding mangoes (7 Ergebnisse)

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. There is an ancient saying that when lovers fall out, a plane goes down. A Case of Exploding Mangoes is the story of one such plane. Why did a Hercules C130, the world's sturdiest plane, carrying Pakistan's military dictator General Zia ul Haq, go down on 17 August, 1988? Was it because of: 1.Mechanical failure 2.Human error 3.The CIA's impatience 4.A blind woman's curse 5.Generals not happy with their pension plans 6.The mango season Or could it be your narrator, Ali Shigri? Here are the facts: A military dictator reads the Quran every morning as if it was his daily horoscope. Under Officer Ali Shigri carries a deadly message on the tip of his sword. His friend Obaid answers all life's questions with a splash of eau de cologne and a quote from Rilke. A crow has crossed the Pakistani border illegally. As young Shigri moves from a mosque hall to his military barracks before ending up in a Mughal dungeon, there are questions that haunt him: What does it mean to betray someone and still love them? How many names does Allah really have? Who killed his father, Colonel Shigri? Who will kill his killers? And where the hell has Obaid disappeared to? Teasing, provocative, and very funny, Mohammed Hanif's debut novel takes one of the subcontinent's enduring mysteries and out if it spins a tale as rich and colourful as a beggar's dream. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. …

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

Zustand: Very Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Zustand: Gut. First Edition, First Printing. 304 p. Ex-library book with stamp and catalogue number on spine. Slight to moderate traces of use and shelf wear. Good condition. 9780224082044 Sprache: Englisch Gewicht in Gramm: 540.

Hardcover. Zustand: As New. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: As New. First Edition. This is a Fine Copy of this Book in a Fine Dust-Jacket.The book has no faults and has not been read so (As New) Signed and Dated by Hanif Mohammed on the Title Page.We have recently acquired a large and wonderful collection of approx 1000 Signed Modern Firsts,all in 'As New' Condition and unread,with many Signed and Dated and there are many Signed Limited Editions also.They include Crime Fiction,Fantasy,Science Fiction,Horror and Historical Fiction.This is a great copy for the collector with crisp white page edges and is as good as it gets in terms of condition,8vo First Edition 1st Impression [2008]. Signed by Author(s).…

Hardcover. Zustand: Fine. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Fine. 1st Edition. Signed and dated by Mohammed Hanif to the title page. Long-listed for the Booker Prize. A fine, unread copy of a first edition, first impression hardback in a fine, unclipped dustjacket which has been enclosed in a removable protective cover. All books are swathed in biodegradable bubble wrap and posted in strong, custom made book boxes to ensure undamaged delivery. Signed by Author(s).…

Hardcover. Zustand: As New. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: As New. 1st Edition. An as new first printing in a likewise unclipped dustwrapper.This immaculate copy is SIGNED to the the title page by the Author. An outstanding copy of this acclaimed Booker Listed debut Novel. Author Signed.