PUBLISHER
Dis Voir

BOOK FORMAT
Paperback, 6.5 x 8.5 in. / 97 pgs / 16 bw.

PUBLISHING STATUS
Pub Date 3/15/2005
Active

DISTRIBUTION
D.A.P. Exclusive
Catalog: SPRING 2005 p. 94

PRODUCT DETAILS
ISBN 9782914563192 TRADE
List Price: $31.50 CAD $42.50

AVAILABILITY
In stock

TERRITORY
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