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Available
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Publication
New York: Viking, 1987
Description
This is the story of an old cleaning woman--known as "Weekly” or "The Newspaper” to the residents of Claremont Street for whom she works--who dreams of escape from the parasitic demands of both her past and her present. This new edition of a contemporary classic reintroduces this very popular and distinctive character.
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LibraryThing member Fliss88
Sometimes I get a huge surprise from a book! Found this buried on a shelf in a Street Library. I knew nothing about it, only recognising the author name. Once I started to read, I couldn't put it down. Beautifully written, great characters and a poignant story. This is a story about life, normal,
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everyday, boring life with people who have no importance but it shines! Show Less
Language
Original language
English
Original publication date
1981
Physical description
116 p.; 23 cm
ISBN
0670809462 / 9780670809462