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How to Read a Book: The Classic Guide to Intelligent Reading (A Touchstone book) Revised Edition

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  • Series: A Touchstone Book
  • Paperback: 426 pages
  • Publisher: Touchstone; Revised edition (August 15, 1972)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0671212095
  • ISBN-13: 978-0671212094
  • Product Dimensions: 5.3 x 1.1 x 8.2 inches
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  • Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars 583 customer reviews
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