Betting on the Muse by Charles Bukowski communities 'This book is put forward

'This book is put forward in the belief that a demand exists for a concise epitome of the origin and meaning of words and phrases which are in everyday use but which are often not appreciated at their full significance

who herself claimed to be the rightful queen of England

the patina of ochre dust which covers them

'Explains in a simple manner the principles and operation of a motor vehicle and how to keep it in perfect working order

Betting on the Muse by Charles Bukowski communities 'This book is put forwardBetting on the Muse Poems and Stories by Charles Bukowski Black Sparrow Press, 1996, ISBN 1574230018, paperback Very Good Condition, a little edge and shelf wear, some rubbing and bumping to edges and corners, no inscriptions, a little creasing to top front corner (See photographs)