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Blow-Up: And Other Stories by Cortázar, Julio
by Cortázar, Julio | PB | Acceptable
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A book with obvious wear. May have some damage to the cover but integrity still intact. The binding may be slightly damaged but integrity is still intact. Possible writing in margins, possible underlining and highlighting of text, but no missing pages or anything that would compromise the legibility or understanding of the text.
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eBay item number:375870817877
Item specifics
- Condition
- Acceptable
- Seller Notes
- Binding
- Paperback
- Weight
- 0 lbs
- Product Group
- Book
- IsTextBook
- No
- ISBN
- 9780394728810
About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group
ISBN-10
0394728815
ISBN-13
9780394728810
eBay Product ID (ePID)
220320
Product Key Features
Book Title
Blow-Up : and Other Stories
Number of Pages
288 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Psychological, Short Stories (Single Author), Literary
Publication Year
1985
Genre
Fiction
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
0.8 in
Item Weight
8.6 Oz
Item Length
8 in
Item Width
5.2 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
84-022792
Reviews
Praise for Blow-Up and Other Stories : "[Cortazar] is a unique storyteller. He can induce the kind of chilling unease that strikes like a sound in the night." - Time "Julio Cortazar is a stunning writer. It is difficult to imagine how he could improve as a writer of short stories." - The Christian Science Monitor "A glittering showcase for a daring talent . . . Julio Cortazar is a dazzler." -William Hogan, San Francisco Chronicle "A first-class literary imagination at work." - The New York Times Book Review, Praise for Blow-Up and Other Stories: "[Cortazar] is a unique storyteller. He can induce the kind of chilling unease that strikes like a sound in the night:" -- Time "Julio Cortazar is a stunning writer. It is difficult to imagine how he could improve as a writer of short stories:" -- The Christian Science Monitor "A glittering showcase for a daring talent....Julio Cortazar is a dazzler:" -- William Hogan, The San Francisco Chronicle "A first-class literary imagination at work:" -- The New York Times Book Review, Praise for Blow-Up and Other Stories : "[Cortazar] is a unique storyteller. He can induce the kind of chilling unease that strikes like a sound in the night." -- Time "Julio Cortazar is a stunning writer. It is difficult to imagine how he could improve as a writer of short stories." -- The Christian Science Monitor "A glittering showcase for a daring talent . . . Julio Cortazar is a dazzler." --William Hogan, San Francisco Chronicle "A first-class literary imagination at work." -- The New York Times Book Review "Cortazar displays throughout his stories the ability to elevate them above the condition of those gimmicky tales which depend for effect soley on a twist ending. His genius here lies in the knack for constructing striking, artistically 'right' subordinate circumstances out of which his fantastic and metaphysical whimsies appear normally to spring." -- Saturday Review, Praise for Blow-Up and Other Stories : "[Cortazar] is a unique storyteller. He can induce the kind of chilling unease that strikes like a sound in the night." - Time "Julio Cortazar is a stunning writer. It is difficult to imagine how he could improve as a writer of short stories." - The Christian Science Monitor "A glittering showcase for a daring talent . . . Julio Cortazar is a dazzler." -William Hogan, San Francisco Chronicle "A first-class literary imagination at work." - The New York Times Book Review "Cortazar displays throughout his stories the ability to elevate them above the condition of those gimmicky tales which depend for effect soley on a twist ending. His genius here lies in the knack for constructing striking, artistically 'right' subordinate circumstances out of which his fantastic and metaphysical whimsies appear normally to spring." - Saturday Review
Dewey Edition
19
Dewey Decimal
863
Table Of Content
ONE Axolotl 3 House Taken Over 10 The Idol of the Cyclades 28 Letter to a Young Lady in Paris 39 A Yellow Flower 51 TWO Continuity of Parks 63 The Night Face Up 66 Bestiary 77 The Gates of Heaven 97 Blow-Up 114 THREE End of the Game 135 At Your Service 150 The Pursuer 182 Secret Weapons 248
Synopsis
A young girl spends her summer vacation in a country house where a tiger roams . . . A man reading a mystery finds out too late that he is the murderer's intended victim . . . Originally published in hardcover as End of the Game and Other Stories, the fifteen stories collected here--including "Blow-Up," which was the basis for Michelangelo Antonioni's film of the same name--shows Julio Cort zar's nimble capacity to explore the shadowy realm where the everyday meets the mysterious, perhaps even the terrible., A young girl spends her summer vacation in a country house where a tiger roams . . . A man reading a mystery finds out too late that he is the murderer's intended victim . . . Originally published in hardcover as End of the Game and Other Stories, the fifteen stories collected here-including "Blow-Up," which was the basis for Michelangelo Antonioni's film of the same name-shows Julio Cortazar's nimble capacity to explorethe shadowy realm where the everyday meets the mysterious, perhaps even the terrible.
LC Classification Number
PQ7797.C7145A23 1985
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- e***- (122)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseUnfortunately I received a damaged book, the item and the package both were damaged and it was clearly evident its appearance that it happened during transit. The seller was very understanding and gave me a full refund for the damaged book, though it was no fault of their own. Other than the damage, the book was as described, the quality and condition aside from the damaged spot was like new. The cost of the book was reasonable. I would definitely purchase from the seller again.
- v***v (2105)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseAlthough this book was not as described, with no picture of it in the listing, the seller communicated well and quickly gave me a full refund while letting me keep it. The minimal packaging left the book a bit vulnerable (typical for ThriftBooks), but it did arrive safely and timely. As usual, it’s hit or miss with this seller, but often times you can get great values, and their customer service is always very good. Many other sellers with millions of transactions don’t even communicate.How to chalk talk, by Harlan Tarbell (#197064259889)
- 7***j (856)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseI recently purchased an item from this eBay seller, and I couldn't be happier with the experience. From the prompt communication to the fast shipping, everything was handled with utmost professionalism. The item arrived exactly as described and was well-packaged to ensure its safety during transit. The seller was courteous and responsive, making the entire transaction smooth and hassle-free. I highly recommend this seller to anyone looking for quality products and excellent service.