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Norman (James) The Nightwalkers
£175
London, Michael Joseph, [1948].
First edition, first impression. 8vo. Original boards. Dust-jacket, priced 8s6d.
Crime thriller set in then contemporary China.
In stock
A near fine copy in near fine jacket.
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