Vickers (Roy) A Date with Danger
£225
London, Herbert Jenkins, [1942].
First edition. 8vo. Original orange cloth. Dust-jacket, correctly priced 7/6.
A striking first edition of this romantic, behind-the-scenes thriller of the Secret Service by a prolific author.
In stock
An excellent copy, in VG+ dust-jacket with minor rubbing to edges.
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London, Herbert Jenkins, [c.1934].
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London, Herbert Jenkins, 1926
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London, Herbert Jenkins, 1928
First edition. 8vo. Original boards. Dust-jacket, likely a second issue as it is priced 3'6 on spine.
A tale about a fifteen year old child - Hazel Wood - who has the gift of second sight - of being able to see things taking place far away from her.
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London, Herbert Jenkins, 1939.
First edition. 8vo. Original orange cloth blocked in black. Dust-jacket, correctly priced 7/6.
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