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1941 Death to the Spy
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Description
Publishers' Original Binding, Signed, Uncommon
An uncommon work.
Signed by the author to the half-title, dated 13/10/42.
'Death to the Spy' is a thrilling spy novel in which a group of Italians working in Corsica are suspected of espionage. Newman's recurring characters Papa Pontivy and his self-named Captain Newman are called in to investigate.
Written by Bernard Newman, a prolific author noted for his spy and mystery fiction, and for his non-fiction travel work. He was the great-nephew of George Eliot.
The fourth impression, published in May 1941.
Condition
In the original publisher's cloth binding. Externally, smart. Spine is faded, with a little light fading to the extremities. Minor bumping to the head and tail of the spine and to the extremities. A few small marks to the boards and spine. Gift inscription to the recto of the front endpaper. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are lightly age-toned and clean.
Very Good Indeed
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