Cain (James M.) The Postman Always Rings Twice
£1,250
London, Jonathan Cape, 1934.
First UK edition, first impression. 8vo. Original yellow cloth. Dust-jacket, priced five shillings.
The first UK edition of this classic of US crime literature, widely recognised as an outstanding novel of the 20th century.
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A very good copy, in slightly rubbed jacket with minor spotting.
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