Book of Hob Stories, The

Year 1997
Pages 92

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Book of Hob Stories, The by William Mayne is a novel built around its characters and plot. The available edition details are 1997 • Candlewick Pr • 92 pages.

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A reasonable choice if you like backlist books that still feel specific and usable.

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