Shearing (Joseph, pseud. Marjorie Bowen) For her to See
£150
London, Hutchinson, [1947].
First edition, first impression. 8vo. Original brown boards. Dust-jacket, priced 9s6d.
A fictionalised version of the Charles Bravo murder.
Out of stock
Minor sunning to boards at spine ends; jacket very good.
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London, Hutchinson, 1940.
First edition. Signed presentation copy from the author. 8vo. Original black cloth. Dust-jacket, priced 7/6.
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London, Hutchinson, [1936].
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