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Pleasures of the Porch, Ideas for Gracious Outdoor Living
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- Creator:Daria Price Bowman (Author),Maureen LaMarca (Author)
- Dimensions:Height: 10.25 in (26.04 cm)Width: 10.25 in (26.04 cm)Depth: 0.5 in (1.27 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:2002
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. dust jacket shows small signs of age with a repair and small loss/owner's initials.
- Seller Location:valatie, NY
- Reference Number:Seller: NP-794-1st1stDibs: LU2605110692153
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