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Death In Fancy Dress
by Jefferson Farjeon
- Used
- near fine
- Hardcover
- first
- Condition
- Near Fine/Very Good
- Seller
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London, Greater London, United Kingdom
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About This Item
USA: The Bobbs-Merrill Company, 1939. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Near Fine/Very Good. Death In Fancy Dress by Jefferson Farjeon First Edition The Bobbs-Merrill Company 1939. Indianapolis, New York. A near fine copy that has no previous owner's marks or inscriptions. Contents clean throughout and covers unblemished. In a VG price clipped dust jacket. "Death in Fancy Dress" is a classic mystery novel written by Jefferson Farjeon, a prolific British author of detective fiction. The story is set in an English country house during a New Year's Eve party. The plot revolves around the murder of a man who had been seen earlier wearing a fancy dress costume. The guests at the party become both suspects and amateur sleuths, trying to solve the murder mystery. Farjeon's novel is known for its atmospheric setting and intricate plot, filled with unexpected twists and red herrings. The characters' interactions and the gradual revelation of their secrets add depth to the story, making it a compelling and engaging read for fans of Golden Age detective fiction.
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- Bookseller
- Brought to Book Ltd
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- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 007652
- Title
- Death In Fancy Dress
- Author
- Jefferson Farjeon
- Format/Binding
- Hardcover
- Book Condition
- Used - Near Fine
- Jacket Condition
- Very Good
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- 1st Edition 1st Printing
- Publisher
- The Bobbs-Merrill Company
- Place of Publication
- USA
- Date Published
- 1939
- Weight
- 1.43 lbs
- Keywords
- Death In Fancy Dress by Jefferson Farjeon First Edition The Bobbs-Merrill Company 1939.
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Brought to Book Ltd
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About Brought to Book Ltd
Founded by Adam and Justin Lay, Brought to Book Ltd offers rare and collectible titles from the more interesting and entertaining corners of the book world.
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- VG
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