Van Siller ([Hilda]) The Widower
Van Siller ([Hilda]) The Widower - Image 2
Van Siller ([Hilda]) The Widower
Van Siller ([Hilda]) The Widower - Image 2

Van Siller ([Hilda]) The Widower

£60

London, Hammond, Hammond, 1959.

First edition, first impression. 8vo. Original boards. Dust-jacket.

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A fine copy in near fine jacket.

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