Cooper (Henry St John) At Grips with Fate
£495
London, Sampson Low, Marston, [1936].
First edition, first impression. 8vo. Original red cloth. Dust-jacket.
In stock
Some mottling to cloth; jacket somewhat worn at edges with minor loss.
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