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The Last Slice of the Rainbow: Available Copies
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The Last Slice of Rainbow and Other Stories by Aiken, Joan
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The Last Slice of Rainbow and Other Stories (Puffin Books) by Joan Aiken
Paperback
ISBN: 9780140323016
Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK, United Kingdom (1988)
Seller: WorldofBooks (Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom)
Used Book—Condition: Very Good
Book Price: $2.62
Shipping: $7.47
TOTAL Cost: $10.09
A collection of nine magical tales about strange lands inhabited by princesses and kelpies. Stories about everyday places where magical and mysterious things happen to ordinary children, include an oak tree falling in love with a girl and a boy's dream being stolen by the tooth fairy. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
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The Last Slice of Rainbow by Joan Aiken
Paperback
ISBN: 9780064403344
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers February 1990 (1990)
Seller: Firefly Bookstore (Kutztown, PA, U.S.A.)
Used Book—Condition: Good
Book Price: $3.99
Shipping: $6.50
TOTAL Cost: $10.49
Light wear to cover, slightly bumped corners, pages clean and unmarked. Edges of page have light brown discoloration (tanning), but does not affect readability. Firefly sells new and used books through our store front. We try to add a detailed description to as many titles as possible. If you have questions regarding this title, please contact us. Photos available on request.
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Seller: Better World Books: West (Reno, NV, U.S.A.)
Used Book—Condition: Good
Book Price: $10.67
Shipping: Free!
TOTAL Cost: $10.67
Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.
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The Last Slice of Rainbow by Aiken, Joan
Hardcover
ISBN: 9780224022972
Publisher: Jonathan Cape (Children) (1985)
Seller: WeBuyBooks (Rossendale, LANCS, United Kingdom)
Used Book—Condition: Good
Book Price: $3.07
Shipping: $9.10
TOTAL Cost: $12.17
Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read but remains in clean condition. All of the pages are intact and the cover is intact and the spine may show signs of wear. The book may have minor markings which are not specifically mentioned.
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Seller: Better World Books Ltd (Dunfermline, United Kingdom)
Used Book—Condition: Good
Book Price: $6.25
Shipping: $6.67
TOTAL Cost: $12.92
Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.
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Seller: medimops (Berlin, Germany)
Used Book—Condition: Good
Book Price: $6.09
Shipping: $11.40
TOTAL Cost: $17.49
Befriedigend/Good: Durchschnittlich erhaltenes Buch bzw. Schutzumschlag mit Gebrauchsspuren, aber vollständigen Seiten. / Describes the average WORN book or dust jacket that has all the pages present.
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Seller: Tacoma Book Center (Tacoma, WA, U.S.A.)
Used Book—Condition: Good
Book Price: $12.00
Shipping: $5.50
TOTAL Cost: $17.50
ISBN 9780064403344. Trade Paperback. First thus. Slight wear to corners and edges; 1/2" closed tear on back lower edge; 1/4" chip out on front top edge; two pinpoint red stains on top right outer corner; minor browning to inside covers and endpapers; slight browning and dustsoiling throughout; otherwise tight, sound and unmarked in Good to Very Good condition.
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The Last Slice of Rainbow; Clem's Dream; a Leaf in the Shape of a Key; the Queen with Screaming Hair; the Tree That Loved a Girl; Lost - One Pair of . the Spider in the Bath; Think of a Word by Aiken, Joan
Seller: Brit Books (Milton Keynes, United Kingdom)
Used Book—Condition: Very Good
Book Price: $4.94
Shipping: $21.34
TOTAL Cost: $26.28
***Simply Brit*** Welcome to our online used book store, where affordability meets great quality. Dive into a world of captivating reads without breaking the bank. We take pride in offering a wide selection of used books, from classics to hidden gems, ensuring there is something for every literary palate. All orders are shipped within 24 hours and our lightning fast-delivery within 48 hours coupled with our prompt customer service ensures a smooth journey from ordering to delivery. Discover the joy of reading with us, your trusted source for affordable books that do not compromise on quality.
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Seller: Brit Books (Milton Keynes, United Kingdom)
Used Book—Condition: Good
Book Price: $4.94
Shipping: $21.34
TOTAL Cost: $26.28
***Simply Brit*** Welcome to our online used book store, where affordability meets great quality. Dive into a world of captivating reads without breaking the bank. We take pride in offering a wide selection of used books, from classics to hidden gems, ensuring there is something for every literary palate. All orders are shipped within 24 hours and our lightning fast-delivery within 48 hours coupled with our prompt customer service ensures a smooth journey from ordering to delivery. Discover the joy of reading with us, your trusted source for affordable books that do not compromise on quality.
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The Last Slice of Rainbow and Other Stories by Aiken, Joan
Hardcover
ISBN: 9780224022972
Publisher: Jonathan Cape Ltd (1985)
Seller: Brit Books (Milton Keynes, United Kingdom)
Used Book—Condition: Good
Book Price: $6.17
Shipping: $21.34
TOTAL Cost: $27.51
***Simply Brit*** Welcome to our online used book store, where affordability meets great quality. Dive into a world of captivating reads without breaking the bank. We take pride in offering a wide selection of used books, from classics to hidden gems, ensuring there is something for every literary palate. All orders are shipped within 24 hours and our lightning fast-delivery within 48 hours coupled with our prompt customer service ensures a smooth journey from ordering to delivery. Discover the joy of reading with us, your trusted source for affordable books that do not compromise on quality.
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Seller: Greener Books (London, United Kingdom)
Used Book—Condition: Good
Book Price: $4.94
Shipping: $26.69
TOTAL Cost: $31.63
**SHIPPED FROM UK** We believe you will be completely satisfied with our quick and reliable service. All orders are dispatched as swiftly as possible! Buy with confidence! Greener Books.
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Seller: Greener Books (London, United Kingdom)
Used Book—Condition: Very Good
Book Price: $4.94
Shipping: $26.69
TOTAL Cost: $31.63
**SHIPPED FROM UK** We believe you will be completely satisfied with our quick and reliable service. All orders are dispatched as swiftly as possible! Buy with confidence! Greener Books.
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The Last Slice of Rainbow and Other Stories by Joan Aiken,Alix Berenzy (Illustrator)
Hardcover
ISBN:
Publisher: Harper & Row (1985)
Seller: Bibliodisia Books, Caxton Club (Chicago, IL, U.S.A.)
Used Book—Condition: Fine
Book Price: $35.00
Shipping: $6.00
TOTAL Cost: $41.00
Stated first American edition with the '1' in a number line and $12.95 on the flap. A popular late work by the celebrated juvenile author of the Arabel and Mortimer books. A fine, clean, unmarked copy.
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Seller: Dailey Ranch Books (Tucson, AZ, U.S.A.)
Used Book—Condition: Good
Book Price: $31.95
Shipping: $12.72
TOTAL Cost: $44.67
USED GOOD Former Library Book Hardcover with Dust Jacket in protective Mylar cover. It has normal library markings including card holder/reference sticker and library call number on spine. Dust jacket is in good condition with some cover scuff/indents on mylar cover. Some pages inside may be folded or wrinkled. It has school and/or library name blacked out with marker or white blackout sticker on page edges, cover and inside. Reinforced with white or clear library tape on some inside pages and cover.
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The Last Slice of Rainbow by AIKEN Joan:
Hardcover
ISBN:
Publisher: London. Jonathan Cape. 1985. (1985)
Seller: Gemini-Books (Shrewsbury, United Kingdom)
Used Book—Condition: unspecified
Book Price: $27.49
Shipping: $26.69
TOTAL Cost: $54.18
First edition. Hardback. 10" x 7". Book and dust jacket are in Fine condition. Illustrated by Margaret Walty. Jacket fitted with a new removable clear cover. Securely packaged.
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The Last Slice of Rainbow and Other Stories by Aiken, Joan; Walty, Margaret [Illustrator[
Hardcover
ISBN: 9780224022972
Publisher: Jonathan Cape (1985)
Seller: Book House in Dinkytown, IOBA (Minneapolis, MN, U.S.A.)
Used Book—Condition: Very Good
Book Price: $50.00
Shipping: $6.50
TOTAL Cost: $56.50
London: Jonathan Cape, 1985. 1st British/United Kingdom edition. From a private collection. Tight and clean, with sharp corners. Clipped DJ has some rubbing. Near fine/very good. Ships from Dinkytown in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
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