11 edition of First we read, then we write found in the catalog.
First we read, then we write
Robert D. Richardson
Published
2009
by University of Iowa Press in Iowa City
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Written in English
Edition Notes
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Statement | by Robert D. Richardson. |
Genre | Biography. |
Classifications | |
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LC Classifications | PS1631 .R54 2009 |
The Physical Object | |
Pagination | p. cm. |
ID Numbers | |
Open Library | OL22529251M |
ISBN 10 | 1587297930 |
ISBN 10 | 9781587297939 |
LC Control Number | 2008040554 |
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