A very good copy, in slightly rubbed jacket.
Doyle (Arthur Conan) The Conan Doyle Historical Romances
£50
London, John Murray, 1932.
First omnibus edition. 8vo. Original red cloth. Dust-jacket, multiple small price stickers for 12/6.
Comprising Rodney Stone, Uncle Bernac, Exploits of Brigadier Gerard and Adventures of Gerard. An attractive edition.
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