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4 comments:
Have a good one! I've read the last of these (not Crompton's best) nice to see the dustjacket!
Might not be Crompton's best (I will trust Simon) but I still covet it. I love art with industrial themes (and Crompton).
enjoy it!
Such a great post! Love visiting your blog!
Lola x
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