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Roberts SHANTARAM 2004 Signed British First India

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Condition/Details: Bound in blue cloth with bright gilt embossing to spine, this volume is a scarce autographed copy of the Australian author's sole literary work. This novel is a thriller based on Roberts' experiences during the ten years he lived in Mumbai, after having broken out of a maximum-security prison in Australia. "Hiding in Bombay, he established a medical clinic for slum-dwellers, and worked as a counterfeiter, smuggler and gunrunner for one of the most charismatic branches of the Bombay mafia." (dustjacket text). Author's signature is written on the title page. The volume is in fine condition, and is solidly bound with clean, bright pages. Dustjacket is in plastic cover. The book measures approximately 6.75" x 9.5" and contains 936 pages. Shipping cost (within the U.S.) for this lot will be: $4.50

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