HUNTER, Alan (1922-2005)

Vivienne: Gently Where She Lay [Inscribed to his wife]

London: Cassell, 1972. First Edition. Hardcover. First Impression (First Published 1972 on copyright page). 8vo: 15,[2]pp. Publisher's bluish-green cloth, spine lettered in gilt, illustrated dust jacket priced £1.60 net. Inscribed by the author (and scarce such) in blue ink on front free end paper: "1972 / For My wife / From Alan [underlined]." A superlative example with a wonderful association, apparently unread, binding square and tight, contents clean throughout, jacket virtually pristine. Provenance: Estate of Alan Hunter. Fine / Fine. Item #BB1671

The 19th (of 46) Chief Superintendent George Gently novel, one published nearly every year from 1955 until 1998 and most of which are set in East Anglia. N. B. With few exceptions (always identified), we only stock books in exceptional condition, with dust jackets carefully preserved in archival, removable polypropylene sleeves. All orders are packaged with care and posted promptly. Satisfaction guaranteed.

Price: $274.00