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To Cut a Long Story Short
Jeffrey Archer Manufacturer: HarperTorch ProductGroup: Book Binding: Mass Market Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 0061032077 Release Date: 2001-12-04 |
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To Cut a Long Story Short reads like a series of modern fairy tales. In each story, Jeffrey Archer presents a moral problem, and a character finds himself tested in a dark hour. Evil manifests itself in the form of selfish relatives, corrupt cops, racist men. Good arrives in the form of unselfish minor characters who suddenly emerge as the real center of the story, or lost souls who come out the other side of corruption and renounce their old ways.In "The Endgame" Cornelius Barrington decides to fake a bankruptcy. As one of the richest men in his small town, he hopes his sudden plunge into poverty will reveal the true character of his friends and relatives. He calls in debts, asks to borrow money from those he has lent to in the past, only to be turned away time and again.
After lunch Cornelius took a bus into town--a novel experience. It was some time before he located a bus stop, and then he discovered that the conductor didn't have change for a twenty pound note. His first call after he had been dropped off in the town centre was to the local estate agent, who didn't seem surprised to see him. Cornelius was delighted to find how quickly the rumour of his financial demise must be spreading."The Endgame" is a complex tale with a clear message. Not all the stories in To Cut a Long Story Short attempt such weightiness. "The Expert Witness" is a delightful parody of the legal system, a portrait of two pub mates--a lawyer and an expert witness--who often find themselves facing off in the courtroom, pretending not to know each other. Certain pieces (glimpses, vignettes) last a mere two pages, but whatever the length or weight of the story, throughout this collection Archer has a light touch, a quick wit, and a thorough understanding of the mechanics of suspense. --Emily White
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From the master storyteller comes a masterful collection of fourteen riveting tales of elaborate confidence tricks, political chicanery, immoral behavior, and dangerously illicit affairs, rendered with the breathtaking narrative twists that have become the Jeffrey Archer hallmark.
Here are all new stories that will engross and astonish, peopled with a rich assortment of truly memorable characters: the intoxicating woman who appears to her lover only once every six years; the British diplomat who employs his rather creative -- if not entirely ethical -- financial talents for a greater good; the millionaire who declares himself bankrupt to test the love and loyalties of those closest to him.
This is Jeffrey Archer at the top of his form, as he offers us unique fables of our time and civilization, each one shining a harsh yet hypnotic light on that fascinating, complex being called "human."
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One of "the top ten storytellers in the world" (Los Angeles Times) offers his first collection of all-new short stories since the bestselling Twelve Red Herrings. With compelling characters, unexpected turns, and impossible-to-predict endings, these 14 heart-stopping pieces will thrill Archer fans old and new. 272 pp. National print ads. National broadcast & print media campaign. 15-city TV satellite tour. 100,000 print. (General Fiction)Customer Reviews:
Very entertaining, but some predictable endings.......2006-12-18
A Short Story! - A Long Night!.......2006-04-11
Mediocre.......2005-08-22
Clever & cunning writer and characters........2004-12-01
just another book from Archer - he must be rich.......2004-11-22
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To Cut a Long Story Short
Tony Hadley Manufacturer: Pan Books ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items: ASIN: 0330427415 |
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In this autobiography Tony Hadley, lead singer of 80s band Spandau Ballet and winner of the ITV1 series Reborn in the USA will reveal the highs and lows of his twenty year career in music. At the height of New Romantic fever classic songs such as 'True', 'Through the Barricades' and 'Gold' earned Tony Hadley, with his good looks and stage presence, a legion of teenage fans around the world. With his unique vocals, Tony appeared to have it all-on the surface at least-and then he lost it. His autobiography will be a great slice of 80s nostalgia.Customer Reviews:
Wonderful Book.......2006-01-22
Tony's story is truly one of highs and major lows.......2004-05-27
I was almost disillusioned to read how relentless Gary Kemp was in not only to stop paying royalites on Spandau Ballet's material, but to keep his former bandmates, Tony, John Keeble, and Steve Norman at bay not even allowing them to use the words "ex-Spandau Ballet" members during their tours. It was this conflict with Gary Kemp that caused Tony's downward spiral.
But the book goes through the many highs and lows of Tony's life both in Spandau Ballet and in personal life, which kind of serves as a lesson for all of us. After reading this book, you will see that no matter what gets in your way of succees, or people that want to bring you down, or even if you make mistakes, don't ever give up on your dreams. Life is an adventure, take it day by day; that's Tony's philosopohy. I'm sure for all you diehard Spandau Ballet fans hoping to see a reunion sometime in the future, after reading this book, you will see that it will likely never happen.
"I know this much is True"
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TO CUT A LONG STORY SHORT
Jeffrey Archer Manufacturer: HarperTorch ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: B000OF38LO |
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To Cut A Long Story Short
Jeffrey Archer Manufacturer: Hans Heinrich Petersen Buchimport ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 0002261642 |
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To Cut a Long Story Short
Jeffrey Archer Manufacturer: HarperCollins Publishers ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: B000OEI72A |
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To Cut a Long Story Short
Manufacturer: Harper Collins ProductGroup: Book Binding: Audio Cassette ASIN: B000BUMDF4 |
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Audio book has 4 cassettes in a new collection of short stories.
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To Cut a Long Story Short
Harriet Bridle Manufacturer: Bellew Publishing Co Ltd ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: 185725144X |
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To Cut a Long Story Short (Short stories)
Jeffrey Archer Manufacturer: Harpercollins ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: B000NXUM9I |
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4 Titles By Jeffrey Archer Collections of Short Stories : A Quiver Ful of Arrows A Twist in the Tale Twelve Red Herrings To Cut a Long Story Short
Jeffrey Archer Manufacturer: various ProductGroup: Book Binding: Mass Market Paperback ASIN: B000M0BDE0 |
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4 Titles By Jeffrey Archer Collections of Short Stories : A Quiver Ful of Arrows A Twist in the Tale Twelve Red Herrings To Cut a Long Story Short. Four mmpb books.
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TO CUT A LONG STORY SHORT
Jeffrey Archer Manufacturer: Harpercollins (Mm) ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: B000OF17R6 |
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Unlaced (Zebra Historical Romance)
Kristina Cook Manufacturer: Zebra ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 0821777785 |
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Henry Ashton, the Marquess of Mandeville, knows precisely what he needs in a wife: a docile, conventional female from a wealthy, powerful family to further his political aspirations. Certainly a gentleman of his stature can take his pick, so why is he so irresistibly drawn to Lucy Abbington, the most remarkably unconventional woman he's ever met? Her wish to becomeof all thingsa veterinarian, not to mention her outspoken nature and lack of connections, make her most unsuitable for his courtship, though deliciously suitable for his bed. Their attraction is unleashed in a kiss that promises temptation and trouble.In spite of her boredom with the ton and its fripperies, Lucy is a smashing success in her first Seasonreceiving cards and bouquets, invitations to dance and even to marry. A fight breaks out over her at the opera, she nearly loses her virtue in the back of a carriage yet the one man she does want offers only dangerous passion. She is determined to resist the arrogant, infuriating Mandevillebut can her lips say `no' while her heart says `yes'?
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2nd book in the Ashton/Rosemoor series.......2007-07-27
Wonderful love story.......2007-07-07
Regency with spirit.......2006-07-01
I loved it.......2006-05-28
A Fabulous Find!.......2006-01-04
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unlaced shoes
Dan Bryan Manufacturer: Dan Bryan ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 1578642582 |
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This is a collection of poetry expressing the emotions, heartbreak, and hope of a dad following the death of his oldest child. Poems evoking the memories of a father/son relationship are also included. Any parent who has lost a child can identify with the feelings of the poet.
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Unlaced
Kristaina Cook Manufacturer: Zebra Books ProductGroup: Book Binding: Mass Market Paperback ASIN: B000PAQ72A |
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Unlaced Shoes
Dan Bryan Manufacturer: Vanity Press, Self-Published ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: B000L69S42 |
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This is a book of poetry dedicated to Darin Bryan, a young Christian working with the Illinois Fellowship of Christian Athletes, who was killed in a car accident by an elderly woman driving on the wrong side of the road in late May, 1998.
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Wheel Within a Wheel
Frances Willard Manufacturer: Applewood Books ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 1557094497 |
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Written toward the turn of the nineteenth century by Frances Willard, the founder of the WCTU (Women's Christian Temperance Union) and well-known suffragette, A Wheel Within a Wheel offers lively insight into the mind of an independent woman who also reflected the temper of her times. Brave enough to take up bicycle riding when she was fifty-three years old, Willard reported that her bicycling costume "consisted of a skirt and blouse of tweed, with belt, rolling collar, and loose cravat, the skirt three inches from the ground; a round straw hat, and walking-shoes with gaiters. It was a simple, modest suit, to which no person of common sense could take exception."Customer Reviews:
The Golden Age of the Bicycle.......2006-10-26
Not what you expect........2006-06-30
A true gem.......2000-02-21
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Wheels within Wheels
F. Paul Wilson Manufacturer: Infrapress ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 0976654431 Release Date: 2005-09-20 |
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New edition: revised and with new introduction by the author! Winner of the inaugural Prometheus Award for Libertarian fiction in 1979.Canny old Pete Paxton thinks there's a monstrous conspiracy brewing that threatens the LaNague Charter and the freedoms it guarantees for Federation planets. The only way to head it off is to enlist the aid of Josephine "Jo" Finch, the current CEO of Interstellar Business Advisors, a firm Pete co-founded with Jo's grandfather more than half-a-century before. Jo mistrusts Pete and suspects he may beresponsible for the bizarre death of her father that left her orphaned at age ten. But she is soon convinced that the old man's fears are more than justified.
Jo and Pete are soon matching wits with one of the shrewdest, most devious politicos in the Federation, threatened by a ruthless psi-talent whose victims face a fate far worse than mere death. They must also deal with the Vanek - the gentle, enigmatic inhabitants of the planet Jebinose who, against all logic, claim to have murdered Jo's father.
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Great book, excellent Libertarain sci fi.......2001-08-10
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Wheels Within Wheels: William Blake and the Ezekiel's Merkabah in Text and Image
Christopher Rowland Manufacturer: Marquette Univ Pr ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: 0874625874 |
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Wheels within wheels;: A short history of American motor manufacturing
Philip Hillyer Smith Manufacturer: Funk & Wagnalls ProductGroup: Book Binding: Unknown Binding ASIN: B0006BU620 |
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Wheels Within Wheels
Dervla Murphy Manufacturer: Houghton Mifflin (T) ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover Similar Items:
ASIN: 0899190065 |
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Kirsten's review.......2001-12-20
A truly unusual person!.......2001-12-03
Compelling reading!.......2000-05-20
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Shamanic Healing within The Medicine Wheel
Marie-Lu Lorler Manufacturer: Brotherhood of Life ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 0914732234 |
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The Medicine Wheel, and variations thereof, are native to most indigenous cultures world-wide. Based on cycles of time, it is a means of rooting oneself within the Earth and thereby attuning with the harmonies of the universe. An intimate, personal and practical volume.
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Wheels Within Wheels: Unraveling an Irish Past (Transaction Large Print Books)
Dervla Murphy Manufacturer: ISIS Large Print Books ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: 1850891214 |
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Wheels Within Wheels
Manufacturer: Dell ProductGroup: Book Binding: Mass Market Paperback Similar Items: ASIN: 0440196787 |
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Shamanic Healing Within the Medicine Wheel
Marie-Lu Lorler Manufacturer: Brotherhood of Life, Inc ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: B000RJVB4S |
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Shamanism and traditional Native American healing, as seen through the Native American's eyes.
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A WHEEL WITHIN A WHEEL
Briane K. Turley Manufacturer: Mercer University Press ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: 0865546304 |
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Good News According to Luke: Spiritual Reflection
Richard Rohr Manufacturer: Crossroad General Interest ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 0824519663 |
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Grounded in scholarship but accessible to a general audience, this spiritual commentary sheds light on the main themes of Luke's Gospel.Customer Reviews:
Deepening my experience of Scripture.......2007-07-14
Challenging Reflections.......1998-05-04
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