Frank Crisp, The Ape of London, first edition, 1959
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Frank Crisp, The Ape of London, first edition, 1959
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Crisp (Frank) The Ape of London

£195

London, Hodder & Stoughton, 1959.

First edition. 8vo. Original green boards lettered in gilt. Dust-jacket, priced 12s6d

A very nice first edition of this sinister sci-fi novel, by ex Merchant Seaman Frank Crisp.

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Near fine in similar jacket.

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