New York: William Morrow & Company, Inc., 1967. First edition. Fading along upper and lower edges, a very good copy in a very good to nearly fine dust jacket with a touch of shelf wear to the spine ends and a tiny closed tear to both head and heel of dust jacket. (22516). Octavo, cloth backed boards. Author's second mystery novel. Political thriller set in Africa concerning an election, each candidate backed by a different faction - none based in Africa. "...Despite some stereotypes, it is a cracking good story and the African mentality is fascinating." - Kirkus Reviews, 22 May, 1967. Hubin, p. 795.

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Bookseller: John W. Knott, Jr., Bookseller, ABAA/ILAB (US)
Bookseller's Inventory #: 22516
Title: THE SEERSUCKER WHIPSAW
Author: Thomas, Ross
Book Condition: Used - Fading along upper and lower edges, a very good copy in a very good to nearly fine dust jacket with a touch of shelf wear to the
Quantity Available: 1
Edition: First edition
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: William Morrow & Company, Inc.
Place of Publication: New York
Date Published: 1967
Keywords: Mystery

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