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The Book of Poisonous Quotes (Hardcover)

by Colin Jarman (Author) "A critic is a man who writes about things he doesn't like..." (more)
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Product Description

A wickedly entertaining collection of caustic quips and witty criticisms.



About the Author
Colin Jarman is an experienced sailor and journalist and the features editor of Yachting Monthly, a British sailing magazine. Illustrator Bill Beavis spent 12 years as a merchant navy officer and was assistant editor of Yachting Monthly.

Product Details
  • Hardcover: 352 pages
  • Publisher: McGraw-Hill; 1 edition (September 1, 1993)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0809236818
  • ISBN-13: 978-0809236817
  • Product Dimensions: 7.4 x 5.3 x 1.3 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  (9 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #270,472 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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