Published 2007
by Emu Press in Armidale, N.S.W .
Written in English
Edition Notes
Includes bibliographical references.
| Statement | editor, Jennifer Clark. |
| Contributions | Clark, Jennifer, 1958- |
| Classifications | |
|---|---|
| LC Classifications | CC350.A8 R63 2007 |
| The Physical Object | |
| Pagination | 219 p. ; |
| Number of Pages | 219 |
| ID Numbers | |
| Open Library | OL16892960M |
| ISBN 10 | 9780957700932 |
| LC Control Number | 2008399296 |
| OCLC/WorldCa | 219574687 |
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