Philpotts (Eden) “Found Drowned”
£225
London, Hutchinson, [1930].
First edition. 8vo. Advertisements dated 1931 at end. Original orange cloth. Dust-jacket, priced 7/6.
The story of an amateur detective; uncommon in the jacket.
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A very good example of the book; jacket a little worn at edges, but overall very good.
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