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Chasing the Bear

A Young Spenser Novel (Hardcover)♥ Add to Wishlist

by Robert B. Parker

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See how it all began for one of literature's most famous P.I.s-Spenser
For almost forty years, Robert B. Parker's inimitable private investigator Spenser has been solving cases and selling millions of books worldwide. Now, for the first time, see how it all began as the Mystery Writers of America Grand Master sheds light on Spenser's formative years spent with is father and two uncles out West. This is an event book for every fan of Spenser, ... more

     

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      About the Book

      See how it all began for one of literature's most famous P.I.s-Spenser
      For almost forty years, Robert B. Parker's inimitable private investigator Spenser has been solving cases and selling millions of books worldwide. Now, for the first time, see how it all began as the Mystery Writers of America Grand Master sheds light on Spenser's formative years spent with is father and two uncles out West. This is an event book for every fan of Spenser, and a revelation for teens about to discover an American icon.

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      • Media: Hardcover Book, 169 pages
      • Series: Not Applicable
      • Publisher: Philomel Books (May. 31st, 2009)
      • Language: English
      • ISBN-10: 0399247769
      • ISBN-13: 9780399247767
      • Dimensions: 6.10 x 9.10 x 0.80 inches
      • Shipping Weight: 0.75 lbs
      • Categories: Children's Law Stories & Children's Crime Books

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