Ralph Hurne is the author of The Yellow Jersey, the surprise bestselling novel that featured the world of professional bicycle racing, which appeared in 1973 (published by Simon & Schuster). Now, some 30 years later, he revisits the world of cycle racing with this intriguing new novel.
| Binding | EAN | ISBN-10 | Pub Date | PAGES | Language | Size | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paperback | 9781892495563 | 1892495562 | 2007-06-01 | 200 | 0.00 x 6.35 x 8.49 in | $14.95 |
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