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The Water of the Wondrous Isles: Available Copies
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The Water of the Wondrous Isles by Morris, William
Seller: GF Books, Inc. (Hawthorne, CA, U.S.A.)
Used Book—Condition: Very Good
Book Price: $16.97
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Book is in Used-VeryGood condition. Pages and cover are clean and intact. Used items may not include supplementary materials such as CDs or access codes. May show signs of minor shelf wear and contain very limited notes and highlighting. 0.36
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Used Book—Condition: Good
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Good condition. This is the average used book, that has all pages or leaves present, but may include writing. Book may be ex-library with stamps and stickers. 0.36
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Seller: Book Deals (Tucson, AZ, U.S.A.)
Used Book—Condition: Fine
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Like New condition. Great condition, but not exactly fully crisp. The book may have been opened and read, but there are no defects to the book, jacket or pages. 0.36
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The WATER of the WONDROUS ISLES (1971 - Ballantine Adult Fantasy - Book #02421-4) by Morris, William. (intro By Lin Carter)
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Publisher: Ballantine Adult Fantasy, New York, NY, USA (1971)
Seller: Comic World (Steinbach, MB, Canada)
Used Book—Condition: Very Good
Book Price: $11.00
Shipping: $6.95
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366 pages. >>> Cover creasing & scuffing; reading creasing to paper spine; pen to front end page; staining to lower right corner of first few pages. Size: 12mo - over 6¾ - 7¾" tall
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Seller: Forgotten Books (London, United Kingdom) New Book
Book Price: $18.90
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Print on Demand. This book follows Birdalone, a young woman who was stolen as a child and raised by a witch in the wilderness, as she grapples with her destiny and the mystery of her past. Caught between the world of humans and the supernatural, Birdalone must navigate the dangers of a magical forest, contend with the dark intentions of her guardian, and unravel the secrets of her own identity. As she ventures deeper into the unknown, Birdalone discovers hidden realms, encounters fantastical creatures, and uncovers the power of her own spirit. The author explores themes of self-discovery, the battle between good and evil, and the nature of freedom and belonging, inviting readers to reflect on the choices they make and the paths they forge in life. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.
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Seller: Forgotten Books (London, United Kingdom) New Book
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Print on Demand. This book picks up the medieval fantasy tale of the Quest immediately after the fulfilment of its primary objective. While it might be expected that the return of the heroes would result in their enjoying their rewards and living happily ever after, that's not quite how things work out. Loss and mourning are not neatly confined to the time of any quest, be it heroic or personal. The author delves into the realities of loss, grief, and the evolution of relationships within a society that relies on rigid gender roles and a strict class system. Relationships are tested, sometimes to their breaking point, and the reader is taken on a journey that explores the real-world implications of love, loyalty, and honor in the face of a world that is far from just. Throughout this, the author's exploration of traditional gender roles and the subtle ways they can be both prison and privilege adds depth to the tale. Ultimately, this book is a quest narrative about the challenges of returning home after a time of great change and upheaval, and what it means to find one's place in a community after being transformed by experience. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.
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The Water of the Wondrous Isles, Vol.II by William Morris
Hardcover
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Publisher: Longmans, Green and Co (1914)
Seller: World of Rare Books (Goring-by-Sea, SXW, United Kingdom)
Used Book—Condition: Good
Book Price: $17.12
Shipping: $6.25
TOTAL Cost: $23.37
1914. Pocket Edition. 247 pages. No dust jacket. Green cloth. Pages remain clear with minimal tanning and foxing, mild to end-papers and text-block edges. First two pre-lim pages are corner clipped. Some occasional mild cracking to gutters throughout, binding remains reasonably firm. Boards have moderate edge-wear with bumping to corners and rubbing to surfaces. Mild crushing to spine ends. Book has a slight forward lean. Gilt lettering is darkened.
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