MacDonald (John D.) The Scarlet Ruse
£50
London, Robert Hale, 1975.
First edition, first impression. 8vo. Original boards. Dust-jacket.
In stock
Boards with minor bumping to head of spine; jacket slightly dulled and rubbed at spine with small crease, otherwise very good.
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