Published 1990
by [E.A. Tower in [Anchorage, Alaska] (6761 Roundtree, Anchorage 99516) .
Written in English
Edition Notes
Includes bibliographical references (p. 86-87).
| Statement | by Elizabeth A. Tower. |
| Classifications | |
|---|---|
| LC Classifications | F914.K37 T69 1990 |
| The Physical Object | |
| Pagination | 88 p. : |
| Number of Pages | 88 |
| ID Numbers | |
| Open Library | OL1305461M |
| LC Control Number | 92172917 |
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