Boston: Little Brown & Co, 2009. First Edition . Hardcover. Very Fine/Very Fine. A pristine NEW book SIGNED by the author. This book illuminates the inner landscape of a couple, the irrevocable impact of tragedy, and the elusive nature of forgiveness. With stunning language and striking emotional intensity, Anita Shreve transports us to the exotic panoramas of Africa and into the core of our most intimate relationships. "Shreve weaves a strong mix of exotic Africa and interesting characters, producing a potent story that will keep readers thinking about them long after the last page of the novel." -- Mary Foster, Newsday

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On Oct 6 2010, Ccqdesigns said:

All of us have defining moments in our lives, moments that can change the direction we are traveling in small or large ways. Sometimes we notice those moments and sometimes we don't. And sometimes those moments are so monumental, that they are almost impossible to find a way through them at all. This is the story that Anita Shreve has woven; one woman, one man, one moment and their struggle to find a way through that moment.This is a quiet story, a tender story, a thoughtful story, ...more All of us have defining moments in our lives, moments that can change the direction we are traveling in small or large ways. Sometimes we notice those moments and sometimes we don't. And sometimes those moments are so monumental, that they are almost impossible to find a way through them at all. This is the story that Anita Shreve has woven; one woman, one man, one moment and their struggle to find a way through that moment.This is a quiet story, a tender story, a thoughtful story, not one to rush through. It will not keep you up at night to see who done it, but it will seep into your heart and you will remember those moments in your life that changed you, that turned your path.

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Bookseller: BIAbooks (US)
Bookseller's Inventory #: 002558
Title: A CHANGE IN ALTITUDE
Author: Shreve, Anita
Format/Binding: Hardcover
Book Condition: Used - Very Fine
Jacket Condition: Very Fine
Quantity Available: 1
Edition: First Edition
ISBN 10: 0316020702
ISBN 13: 9780316020701
Publisher: Little Brown & Co
Place of Publication: Boston
Date Published: 2009
Keywords: SHREVE FICTION AFRICA NAIROBI MOUNT KENYA CLIMBING EXPEDITION BRITISH COUPLE ACCIDENT

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