Published 1970
by Macdonald & Co. in London .
Written in English
Edition Notes
Bibliography: p. 126.
| Series | Macdonald library of the 20th century |
| Classifications | |
|---|---|
| LC Classifications | DD228 .K85 1970b |
| The Physical Object | |
| Pagination | 128 p. |
| Number of Pages | 128 |
| ID Numbers | |
| Open Library | OL4658698M |
| ISBN 10 | 0356028232 |
| LC Control Number | 77520999 |
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