London: Heinemann, 1965. First Edition. Cloth. Very Good/Good. Cloth Covered Boards. This is a rare copy of Smith's second novel. The binding is tight and the boards are in good condition. The paper is white and shows no signs of browning. The jacket has some edge wear. It is however complete apart from being price clipped. It is now protected by brodart film. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Owner's signature on title page and name and bookseller stamp on first free end paper.

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Bookseller: The Last Word (NZ)
Bookseller's Inventory #: 000408
Title: The Dark of the Sun
Author: Wilbur Smith
Format/Binding: Cloth
Book Condition: Used - Very Good
Jacket Condition: Good
Quantity Available: 1
Edition: First Edition
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: Heinemann
Place of Publication: London
Date Published: 1965

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