From the author of "Consider Phlebas", this is a story of one of the greatest game-players the culture has ever produced. Respected and rarely beaten, he is successful at almost everything he attempts. Feeling unfulfilled he asks whose job it is to find something that might challenge him.
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From the author of "Consider Phlebas", this is a story of one of the greatest game-players the culture has ever produced. Respected and rarely beaten, he is successful at almost everything he attempts. Feeling unfulfilled he asks whose job it is to find something that might challenge him.
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Good. All orders are dispatched within 1 working day from our UK warehouse. Established in 2004, we are dedicated to recycling unwanted books on behalf of a number of UK charities who benefit from added revenue through the sale of their books plus huge savings in waste disposal. No quibble refund if not completely satisfied.
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Very good. 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's 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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Fine. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 416 p. Culture, 2. In Stock. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Brand New, Perfect Condition, allow 4-14 business days for standard shipping. To Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. protectorate, P.O. box, and APO/FPO addresses allow 4-28 business days for Standard shipping. No expedited shipping. All orders placed with expedited shipping will be cancelled. Over 3, 000, 000 happy customers.
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Very good. 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's 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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Collectable-Fair Condition in Fair jacket. 9780333471104. Science Fiction. ~~Withdrawn Ex-Library, replacement plain binding~~Quite Good/Quite Good 1st printing 1st ed 1988 Macmillan hardback, price-clipped DJ with barcode with ISBN present to lower rear of DJ. Piece torn from inside front flap of DJ and some edge-wear to jacket, wear to inside front cover from label removal and some page tanning, serial number written to copyright page, fair reading copy of the first printing with the jacket in the first state, tidy and unmarked in secure binding. More Banks editions available. C2, 2 Size: 140\nx 220mm. 288 pages. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: 1-2 kilos. Category: Science Fiction & Fantasy; Science Fiction; ISBN: 0333471105. ISBN/EAN: 9780333471104. Dewey Code: 823/.914. The photos provided are of our own book, further photos may be arranged upon request. Inventory No: 091594.
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Collectable-Good Condition in Good jacket. 9780333471104. Science Fiction. Good+/Good 1st printing 1st ed 1988 Macmillan hardback, unclipped DJ. Front flap has blank area instead of price, barcode with ISBN present to lower rear of DJ. Some noticeable rubbing wear to spine ends and corners of boards and creasing and rubbing wear to top of jacket spine. Tape-repaired tear also to top of DJ spine, some discoloration to spine ends of inside of DJ, light usage otherwise, tight and unmarked. More Banks editions available. C2, 2 Size: 140\nx 220mm. 288 pages. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: 1-2 kilos. Category: Science Fiction & Fantasy; Science Fiction; ISBN: 0333471105. ISBN/EAN: 9780333471104. Dewey Code: 823/.914. The photos provided are of our own book, further photos may be arranged upon request. Inventory No: 091130.
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Collectable-Good Condition in Very Good jacket. 9780333471104. Science Fiction. Good+/VG 1st printing 1st ed 1988 Macmillan hardback, unclipped DJ with correct price £11.95 to lower corner of front flap, in mylar protection. Some rubbing wear to boards with noticeable spotting and foxing along page edges, jacket well-preserved and very bright, internally unmarked, tight binding. More Banks 1st editions available. Size: 140\nx 220mm. 288 pages. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: 1-2 kilos. Category: Science Fiction & Fantasy; Science Fiction; ISBN: 0333471105. ISBN/EAN: 9780333471104. Dewey Code: 823/.914. The photos provided are of our own book, further photos may be arranged upon request. Inventory No: 090641.
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Collectable-Fine Condition in Fine jacket. 9780333471104. Signed by Author. ~~Signed by Iain M. Banks~~Fine/Fine 1st impression 1st ed 1988 Macmillan hardback, unclipped DJ in protective sleeve. Barcode to rear lower corner of jacket, confirmed first printing with correct price also to jacket. Beautifully preserved condition throughout, very hard to find signed 1st printing. More signed 1st's by Banks available. Immediate dispatch Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: 1-2 kilos. Category: Science Fiction & Fantasy; Signed by Author. ISBN: 0333471105. ISBN/EAN: 9780333471104. The photos provided are of our own book, further photos may be arranged upon request. Inventory No: 092504.
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Fair. A copy that has been read, but remains in clean condition. All pages are solid. the cover is intact, but may show scuffs or light creases, as well as a possible rolled corner. The spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting, The former owner may have written their name inside the front or back cover. COVER WILL VARY. The cover has curled corners.
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Fair. This item is in overall acceptable condition. Covers and dust jackets are intact but may have heavy wear including creases, bends, edge wear, curled corners or minor tears as well as stickers or sticker-residue. Pages are intact but may have minor curls, bends or moderate to considerable highlighting/ writing. Binding is intact; however, spine may have heavy wear. Digital codes may not be included and have not been tested to be redeemable and/or active. A well-read copy overall. Please note that all items are donated goods and are in used condition. Orders shipped Monday through Friday! Your purchase helps put people to work and learn life skills to reach their full potential. Orders shipped Monday through Friday. Your purchase helps put people to work and learn life skills to reach their full potential. Thank you!
