The Triumph. A Novel of Modern Diplomacy.: With a New Introduction by the Author.
by GALBRAITH, John Kenneth
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About This Item
New York: Arbor House,, 1984. First Arbor House edition, first printing, inscribed by the author on the first page, "For Dick Adams with all good wishes JKG 1984". First published in 1968, Galbraith's satirical novel attacking Washington policy makers was based on an unhappy six months spent at the State Department during 1946. The Arbor House edition features a new introduction by the author, on the writing and first publication of the book and on the changing state of Central America where it is set. Octavo. Original wrappers. Spine sunned, front inner hinge a little over-opened. A very good copy.
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- Peter Harrington (GB)
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- Title
- The Triumph. A Novel of Modern Diplomacy.
- Author
- GALBRAITH, John Kenneth
- Book Condition
- Used
- Place of Publication
- New York: Arbor House,
- Date Published
- 1984
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Peter Harrington
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About Peter Harrington
Since its establishment, Peter Harrington has specialised in sourcing, selling and buying the finest quality original first editions, signed, rare and antiquarian books, fine bindings and library sets. Peter Harrington first began selling rare books from the Chelsea Antiques Market on London's King's Road. For the past twenty years the business has been run by Pom Harrington, Peter's son.
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