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Updike, John

Bech is Back

Knopf: 1982
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Knopf, 1982. First Edition (first printing). The second book in the Henry Bech series. Considered to be Updike's alter-ego, Bech is an unproductive Jewish-American writer who returns here with seven new chapters from his life. Near Fine/Near Fine. Signed by Updike on the title page. . Signed by Author. 1st Edition. Hardcover. Near Fine/Dust Jacket Included.
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