Signals of Distress

Signals of Distress

Book (12 Sep 1994)

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Publisher's Synopsis

Set in the early 19th century this novel tells of the effects on a small kelping village when two ships caught in violent storms are forced to discharge their very different cargoes onto their beaches. The way the uninvited guests affect the village is explored.

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Book information

ISBN: 9780670856961
Publisher: Viking
Imprint: Viking
Pub date:
DEWEY: 823.914
DEWEY edition: 20
Language: English
Number of pages: 275
Weight: 605g
Height: 240mm
Width: 157mm
Spine width: 25mm