Scorpion Tongues: The Irresistible History of Gossip in American Politics
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Summary
This edition of Scorpion Tongues: The Irresistible History of Gossip in American Politics by Gail Collins is a history book that adds background to its subject. The available edition details are 1999 • Harcourt • 338 pages.
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Worth a look if you want a backlist title that still has a clear identity and use case.
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- You want a clear account of what happened and why.
- You are looking for real events explained without too much jargon.
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Exact edition: Paperback · ISBN-13 9780156006507
Worth buying if: You want a clear account of what happened and why.
Skip it if: You are looking for a very different pace.
Check Amazon for the current price and availability of this exact edition.
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This book adds background and explanation to a historical subject.
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Paperback: ISBN-13 9780156006507
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