About this title: Precious Ramotswe lives to help people, a predilection that directs her to embark on a career as a private detective. It proves to be a remarkably prescient notion as upon opening the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency, she is inundated with cases--including tracking down a missing boy who appears to have been kidnapped by witchdoctors.
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Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Anchor Books, USA
Date Published: 2002
ISBN-13:9781400034772ISBN:1400034779
Description: Good. 8vo-over 7¾"-9¾" tall. Some shelf wear/rubbing to cover edges and surface, a small crease to the bottom corner of the back cover and the to the last few pages and faint marking of the page edges. A handwritten birthday dedication on the first, inside title page. Otherwise this is in good condition. The pages are tight, bright and extremely clean. All my books are carefully packed and I make every effort to despatch orders the same day. If you have any questions regarding this book please ... read more
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Anchor (UK)
Date Published: 2002
ISBN-13:9781400031344ISBN:1400031346
Description: Good. Some tanning EXCELLENT value for money and ready for dispatch. Delivery usually within 3/5 days. Our reputation is built on our Speedy Delivery Service and our Customer Service Team. read more
Edition: Reprint
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Abacus, London
Date Published: 2004
ISBN-13:9780349116754ISBN:034911675X
Description: Good. No Jacket (as published) 5" x 8" A delightfully different read, humorous and witty one of a series written by this author. All orders processed and shipped promptly from the UK, usually within 24 hours. Call or email us with your questions by going to "Bookseller & Payment Information" below and then "Ask bookseller a question" or "View Booksellers Homepage" A decent used copy. read more
Edition: Reprint
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Abacus, London
Date Published: 2004
ISBN-13:9780349116754ISBN:034911675X
Description: Good. No Jacket (as published) 5" x 8" A delightfully different read, humorous and witty one of a series written by this author. All orders processed and shipped promptly from the UK, usually within 24 hours. Call or email us with your questions. A decent used copy. read more
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Abacus, London
Date Published: 2004
ISBN-13:9780349116754ISBN:034911675X
Description: Good. No Jacket (as published) 5" x 8" A delightfully different read, humorous and witty one of a series written by this author. All orders processed and shipped promptly from the UK, usually within 24 hours. Call or email us with your questions. read more
Edition: Reprint
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Abacus, London
Date Published: 2004
ISBN-13:9780349116754ISBN:034911675X
Description: Good. No Jacket (as published) 5" x 8" A delightfully different read, humorous and witty one of a series written by this author. All orders processed and shipped promptly from the UK, usually within 24 hours. Call or email us with your questions by going to "Bookseller & Payment Information" below and then "Ask bookseller a question" or "View Booksellers Homepage" A decent used copy. read more
Binding: PAPERBACK
Publisher: Anchor / Random House
Date Published: 1998
ISBN-13:9780748662524ISBN:0748662529
Description: Good. Paperback, larger format, good condition. Cover image is a stock image and may vary. Your book will be securely packed and promptly dispatched from our UK warehouse. read more
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: David Phillips Publishers
Date Published: 2002
ISBN-13:9780864864383ISBN:0864864388
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Description: Acceptable. Ships from the UK. Shows definite wear, and perhaps considerable marking on inside. Your purchase also supports literacy charities. read more
Binding: Softcover
Publisher: Polygon
Date Published: 1998
ISBN-13:9780748662524ISBN:0748662529
Description: Paperback, ex-library, with usual stamps and markings, in fair all round conditon suitable as a reading copy. Ships within 24 hours. 256pp., 400grams, ISBN: 0748662529. read more
"The first book in a growing series tells of the life and work of Precious Ramotswe, the first lady detective in Botswana. While portraying Mma Ramotswe's day to day activities,the writer also shares a warm glimpse into the culture and history of Botswana and its people. Our heroine has her own sense of wisdom and justice, reflective of the philosophy of life instilled by her Daddy, which she applies to her clients' problems with a generousity of heart.
While this series is not thrilling or exciting, you will read this with a smile on your face wanting to finish before you put it down.
"Besides being a good read, it can double as an info guide on Africa. The author mentions animals and items you would see in Africa. I looked them up on google under images and saw what Africans see all the time. Some of the events in the book relate common occurances in the country. You get an idea of everyday life there and everyday thought processes of the peoples."
"Excellent! I enjoyed this a lot. Mma Ramotswe is a fun, common-sense character and a great detective. She reminds me of Miss Marple or Mrs. Pollifax. I'll definitely read another in the series sometime."
"Don't know how I've gone so long without reading these books. Utterly charming and sweet and gentle. Also, quite funny in a way that will appeal to older readers. Loved it and you will quickly see the rest of the series hit my 'read' shelf."
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