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The Little Ball O' Fire or the Life and Adventures of John Marston Hall - cover

The Little Ball O' Fire or the Life and Adventures of John Marston Hall

G. P. R. James

Publisher: Charles River Editors

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This is a romantic fiction written by 19th century writer G.P.R. James, a well-known British writer during the Victorian Era. This is one of his most famous works, and a table of contents is included.
Available since: 03/22/2018.
Print length: 731 pages.

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