Search Results: Authors starting with L from Brought to Book Ltd

UK: The Crime Club, Collins, 1941. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Fine/Very Good. The Experiences of Loveday Brooke Lady Detective by C.L. Pirkis First Edition Hutchinson & Co 1894. London. Small discreet bookplate to front pastedown. No cracking or splitting to hinges. Contents are bright and free of foxing. Publisher's red cloth spine, front lettered in gilt and decorative paper label at front. A fine copy with no marks or blemishes. Completely unfaded.

UK: Hodder & Stoughton, 1935. Early Reprint . No Binding. Fine/Fine. The Purple Ball by Frank L Packard Dust Jacket Only Early Reprint Hodder & Stoughton c 1935. Dust jacket only. Unfolded and unmarked. Appears as new.

UK: Hodder & Stoughton, 1935. Early Reprint . Hardcover. Near Fine/Very Good. The Locked Book by Frank L Packard Early Reprint Hodder & Stoughton c1935. No inscriptions, no foxing or browning. Covers near fine in a VG dust jacket with chip to head of spine.

UK: W. & R. Chambers Ltd, 1900. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Very Good. Where the Shoe Pinches by L.T. Meade & Clifford Halifax First Edition W. & R. Chambers Ltd 1900. No previous owner's marks or inscriptions. Lightly foxed prelims. Uncut edges. No loose or damaged pages and binding firm. Lightly worn covers are VG with no dulling to gilt. "Where the Shoe Pinches" is a novel written by the British author L.T. Meade and her collaborator Clifford Halifax. The story revolves around the lives and challenges faced by a group of people living in a small English village. The novel delves into themes of social class, relationships, and the daily struggles of the villagers. It explores the complexities of human interactions and offers a realistic portrayal of rural life in the late 19th century. L.T. Meade was a prolific author, known for her works in various genres, including mystery, romance, and children's literature. "Where the Shoe Pinches" is one of her works that delves into the… Read More

UK: George Newnes, 1894. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Near Fine. A. Pearse. Stories From The Diary Of A Doctor by L.T. Meade & Clifford Halifax M.D. First Edition George Newnes 1894. With 24 illustrations by A. Pearse. From the private library of Adrian Goldstone, with his distinctive bookplate to front pastedown. Contents are free of foxing and toning. No cracking or splitting to hinges. Original publisher's covers are near fine and completely unblemished. Queen's Quorum 17. "Stories From The Diary Of A Doctor" by L.T. Meade is a captivating collection of tales that offers a glimpse into the life of a dedicated physician. Through a series of diary entries, the book follows Dr. Arthur Mitchell as he encounters various medical cases and confronts the complexities of human nature. From thrilling medical mysteries to poignant stories of compassion and resilience, Meade weaves together a tapestry of narratives that highlight the challenges and triumphs of a doctor's journey. With richly drawn… Read More

UK: Gardner, Darton & Co , 1897. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Very Good+. Under the Dragon Throne by L.T. Meade & Robert K. Douglas First Edition Gardner, Darton & Co 1897. London. Small presentation bookplate to front pastedown. Clean and unblemished throughout, no foxing to contents or (uncut) edges. Covers are bright and without bumping or rubbing. No darkening or toning to spine. VG+. "Under the Dragon Throne" by L.T. Meade & Robert K. Douglas is a captivating historical novel set in ancient China. The story follows the life of Princess Yu-ling, who faces the challenges of a rigid imperial court, political intrigue, and personal desires. As she navigates a world dominated by tradition and power struggles, Yu-ling's journey is marked by unexpected alliances, forbidden love, and a quest for autonomy. The authors skillfully weave cultural richness, vivid characters, and a turbulent era into a tale of ambition and resilience. This immersive narrative offers a glimpse into the complexities… Read More

UK: Gollancz, 1971. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Fine/Fine. Worse Than Death by Lynton Lamb First Edition Gollancz 1971. A fine copy. No name inscriptions, covers bright and completely unblemished. In like dust jacket. Not price clipped and with no creasing, tears or loss.

UK: Rich & Cowan, 1940. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Very Good/Very Good. The Mantle of Methuselah Signed by Langford Reed and Hetty Spiers First Edition Rich & Cowan 1940. No inscriptions, covers are age toned and soiled. Near VG in like dust jacket. INSCRIBED AND SIGNED by LANGFORD REED & HETTY SPIERS to fep.

UK: Victor Gollancz, 1974. 1st Edition 1st Printing. No Binding. Not Specified/Fine. Mathew's Hand by Charles Larson Dust Jacket Only First Edition Victor Gollancz 1974. Only one fold to sheet. Fine.

USA: The Crime Club Doubleday, Doran & Co, 1935. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Fine/Fine. Headed For a Hearse by Jonathan Latimer First Edition The Crime Club Inc Doubleday, Doran & Company 1935. Crime Club Member's Edition. A fine copy appearing unread. No previous owner's inscriptions and no foxing or toning. Top-edge red tint still very much bold. Publisher's black-stamped red cloth covers are clean and unmarked. In original very fine dust jacket that has no chips, tears or loss and no fading to spine. An excellent copy.

USA: The Crime Club Doubleday, Doran & Company Inc, 1935. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Very Good/Very Good. Murder In the Madhouse by Jonathan Latimer First Edition The Crime Club Doubleday, Doran & Company Inc 1935. Garden City, New York. No previous owner's name inscriptions, contents and edges free of foxing. Covers are near VG and have some light staining to edges that correspond to similar on the dust jacket folds (also near VG). Not price clipped. Uncommon title.

USA: Random House, 1959. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Very Good+/Very Good. Black Is the Fashion For Dying by Jonathan Latimer First Edition Random House 1959. New York. No foxing or toning to contents or edges and no previous owner's inscriptions. Covers are VG+. In a VG dust jacket, not price clipped and with no loss. "Black Is the Fashion For Dying" by Jonathan Latimer is a gripping noir detective novel set in 1940s Los Angeles. The story follows Bill Crane, a hard-drinking private investigator with a knack for trouble. When a glamorous Hollywood starlet is found dead under suspicious circumstances, Crane is hired to uncover the truth. As he delves into the seedy underbelly of the entertainment industry, Crane encounters a cast of eccentric characters, corrupt officials, and dangerous mobsters. With his sharp wit and disregard for authority, Crane navigates a treacherous maze of deceit and violence in his quest for justice. "Black Is the Fashion For Dying" is a riveting and atmospheric… Read More

UK: Hodder & Stoughton, 1996. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Very Good/Very Good. The Tailor of Panama Signed by John le Carré First Edition Hodder & Stoughton 1996. No previous owner's name inscriptions or marks. A VG copy showing light signs of wear. In like original dust jacket, not price clipped.

UK: Hodder & Stoughton, 1980. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Fine/Fine. Smiley's People Signed by John le Carré First Edition Hodder & Stoughton 1980. A fine copy. Unblemished throughout and free of any inscriptions, foxing or toning. No bumping to corners or edges. In a very fine dust jacket that has no creasing, tears, loss or fading to spine and appears as new. SIGNED BY THE AUTHOR directly to title page without dedication.

UK: Penguin Viking, 2017. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. As New/As New. A Legacy Of Spies Signed by John le Carré First Edition Penguin Viking 2017. A mint copy. As new and unread (boards still spring when opening). Covers completely unblemished. In like dust jacket. Not price clipped. SIGNED BY THE AUTHOR directly and without dedication.

UK: Hodder & Stoughton, 2006. Limited Edition . Hardcover. As New. ?The Mission Song Signed by John le Carré First Limited Edition Hodder & Stoughton 2006. A fine copy appearing as new and unread (boards spring when opened). Covers completely unmarked, no bumping or rubbing to corners or edges. Number 151 of 1500 copies. SIGNED BY AUTHOR. "The Mission Song" by John le Carré is a gripping political thriller set in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The story follows Bruno Salvador, an interpreter and son of a Congolese mother and Irish father. Bruno finds himself embroiled in a dangerous web of international politics when he is unexpectedly recruited to interpret for a secret meeting involving powerful figures who aim to exploit Congo's resources. As Bruno uncovers the true motives behind the meeting, he becomes torn between his loyalty to his employers and his moral conscience. Le Carré masterfully weaves together espionage, betrayal, and personal turmoil in this thought-provoking tale.

UK: Hodder & Stoughton, 2006. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Fine/Fine. The Mission Song Signed by John le Carré First Edition Hodder & Stoughton 2006. A fine copy that appears unread. No previous owner's marks or inscriptions and no foxing to contents or edges. Covers completely unblemished. In a fine dust jacket with no creasing, tears or loss. Not price clipped.

UK: Hodder & Stoughton, 1977. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Fine/Fine. The Honourable Schoolboy Signed by John le Carré First Edition Hodder & Stoughton 1977. A fine copy with no previous owner's name inscriptions. Contents and edges clean and unblemished, covers with no bumping or rubbing. In like dust jacket with no creasing or tears. Not price clipped. SIGNED BY THE AUTHOR to bookplate on half title page. "The Honourable Schoolboy" by John le Carré is a thrilling spy novel that continues the story of George Smiley. After the shocking revelations in "Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy," Smiley is tasked with rebuilding the British intelligence agency, known as the Circus. The story follows Jerry Westerby, a journalist-turned-spy, as he embarks on a dangerous mission to uncover a massive money laundering operation in Southeast Asia. As Westerby navigates a treacherous landscape of international intrigue, he becomes entangled in a web of politics, espionage, and personal betrayals. Le Carré… Read More

USA: Viking, 2019. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Fine/Fine. Agent Running in the Field by John le Carré First Edition Viking 2019. A fine copy with no signs of any previous ownership. Covers are bright and unmarked. In like dust jacket. Not price clipped. "Agent Running in the Field" by John le Carré is a gripping espionage novel that explores the murky world of intelligence agencies and international politics. Set in contemporary London, the story revolves around Nat, a seasoned MI6 agent, who is assigned to run a substation focused on Russian activities. As Nat navigates the treacherous landscape of modern-day espionage, he becomes entangled in a web of deception and intrigue. Le Carré skillfully crafts a tale that delves into themes of loyalty, patriotism, and the personal toll that serving one's country can take. With sharp dialogue and a riveting plot, this novel showcases the author's mastery of the spy genre.

UK: Gollancz, 1963. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Very Good/Very Good. The Spy Who Came In From the Cold by John le Carré First Edition Gollancz 1963. A VG copy with name written to ffep. No foxing to contents or edges, covers showing only light signs of wear. Near VG dust jacket is bright and without the usual toning to spine. Not price clipped. For further images please see Brought to Book Ltd.