Thomson (Christine Campbell, editor) Gruesome Cargoes
£595
London, Selwyn & Blount, [1928].
First edition. 8vo. Original red cloth. Dust-jacket, priced 2/-.
A further anthology from the Not at Night series; uncommon in such condition, especially given the fragility of the jackets.
In stock
Minor wear near head of cloth spine; jacket a little rubbed and chipped, minor splitting at upper hinge, but overall very good.
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