Bellairs (George, pseud. Harold Blundell) A Knife for Harry Dodd
£125
London, John Gifford, [1953].
First edition, first impression. 8vo. Original black boards. Dust-jacket, priced 9s6d.
Inspector Littlejohn and Cromwell investigate a fatal stabbing.
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A little minor spotting; boards very good; jacket rubbed at extremities, otherwise very good.
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