The Hotel New Hamphire

New York: Dutton, 1981.

Price: $18.00

Hardcover. First edition. Very good or better in a Very good plus dustwrapper. Pages are uneven, and there's some minor shelf-rubbing. Please Note: This book has been transferred to Between the Covers from another database and might not be described to our usual standards. Please inquire for more detailed condition information.

Item #232636
ISBN: 052512800X

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John Irving
birth name: John Winslow Irving
born: 3/2/1942

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Biography

American novelist and short-story writer who established his reputation with the novel The World According to Garp (1978; film, 1982). Characteristic of his other works, it was noted for its engaging story line, colorful characterizations, macabre humor, and examination of contemporary issues. - Merriam-Webster's Encyclopedia of Literaturemore

Collecting tips:

Irving's first book, Setting Free the Bears (1968) is the only one of his books that might break a modest bank account, but The World According to Garp (1978), and A Prayer for Own Meany (1989), both have enthusiastic adherents, although both are usually pretty modestly priced. Irving used to be generous with his signature, but seems to have backed off a bit of late, thus signed copies could command a modest premium.

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