Title: Jian
Author: Eric van Lustbader
ISBN 0586066845
Publisher: Grafton Books, London
This edition: 1986
First Published: 1985
Language: English
Binding: Soft cover
Number of pages: 701
DESCRIPTION:
Jake Maroc, a top agent for a secret US agency known as the Quarry, is on a quest for vengeance. The story unfolds within a grand scheme involving four ancient jade pieces, which will determine the fate of Hong Kong and the ultimate master of strength and wisdom, the Jian. The novel explores themes of vengeance, power, and the clash between East and West
Condition: Fair (Refer to the various conditions outlined below)
Remarks:
* Spine show folds where pages have been read
* Front and rear covers worn and dogeared
* Foxing on free endpapers and edges
* Pages starting to yellow lightly due to the natural ageing process of paper
Photographs are of the book you will receive
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AS NEW: Unused, unread, clean, a perfect copy, never been sold
FINE: Similar to As New; may have been opened and carefully read
VERY GOOD: Shows signs of use, still a good copy; defects are always noted in the book description
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FAIR: Shows noticeable wear; all text, illustrations, images, maps present. Possible missing or damaged dust cover, title pages, boards; defects are always noted in the book description
POOR: Notable wear; text still readable; may be soiled, scuffed, stained; could have loose joints, pages; defects are noted in the book description above
EX-LIBRARY: Belonged to a library or book club; has markings, possible library pockets and glued library issue pages
