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: 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… Read More

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… 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… 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: 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… Read More

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.

UK: Hodder & Stoughton, 1977. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Near Fine/Very Good. The Honourable Schoolboy Signed by John le Carré First Edition Hodder & Stoughton 1977. No previous owner's name inscriptions or marks and contents unblemished throughout. Light scattering of foxing to top edge. A near fine copy in a VG dust jacket. Not price clipped. SIGNED BY THE AUTHOR to bookplate on half title page.

UK: Hodder & Stoughton, 1983. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Very Good+/Very Good+. The Little Drummer Girl Signed by John le Carré First Edition Hodder & Stoughton 1983. A VG+ book with one small name inscription to ffep. No foxing or toning and top edge tint still present. In original VG+ dust jacket. Not price clipped. SIGNED BY THE AUTHOR directly to title page without dedication.

UK: Hodder & Stoughton, 1980. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Fine/Near Fine. Smiley's People Signed by John le Carré First Edition Hodder & Stoughton 1980. A fine copy with no previous owner's inscriptions or marks. No foxing to contents or edges and unblemished throughout. In a near fine dust jacket. Not price clipped and with no tears, creasing or loss. SIGNED BY THE AUTHOR to bookplate on half title page.

UK: Hodder & Stoughton, 1993. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Fine/Fine. The Night Manager Signed by John le Carré First Edition 1993. Contemporary Christmas gift inscription to ffep. Unmarked and unblemished throughout with no foxing or toning. Covers are fine in like original price clipped dust jacket that has no toning or fading to spine. SIGNED by John le Carré directly to title page without dedication.

UK: Hodder & Stoughton, 1995. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Fine/Fine. Our Game Signed by John le Carré First Edition Hodder & Stoughton 1995. A very fine copy that appears as new and unread. No inscriptions and contents and edges free of any foxing or toning. No bumping or rubbing to covers which are unmarked. In a very fine first state dust jacket that has no creasing, loss, tears or fading. Not price clipped. SIGNED BY THE AUTHOR to bookplate on half title page. "Our Game" by John le Carré is a gripping espionage novel that delves into the complex world of British intelligence and the Russia-UK relationship. The story revolves around Tim Cranmer, a retired intelligence officer, who is drawn back into the game when his former lover and double agent, Emma, disappears along with her lover, a rising star in the Russian intelligence. As Tim navigates the murky landscape of political conspiracies and personal betrayals, he finds himself entangled in a web of… Read More

USA: Scribner, 2008. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Fine/Fine. A Most Wanted Man by John le Carré First Edition Scribner 2008. New York. A fine copy that appears as new and unread. No previous owner's inscriptions, contents and edges free of foxing or toning. Covers are bright and completely unblemished. In a fine dust jacket with no creasing or tears. Not price clipped. "A Most Wanted Man" by John le Carré is a gripping spy thriller set in post-9/11 Hamburg, Germany. The story revolves around a mysterious man named Issa, an illegal immigrant with a shadowy past and suspected ties to extremist organizations. As intelligence agencies become aware of his presence, a complex web of deception, manipulation, and espionage unfolds. The book explores the moral ambiguities and ethical dilemmas faced by spies and intelligence operatives in the pursuit of national security. Le Carré masterfully crafts a suspenseful narrative that delves into themes of trust,… Read More

UK: Hodder & Stoughton, 1974. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Near Fine/Near Fine. Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy Signed by John le Carré First Edition Hodder & Stoughton 1974. A near fine copy. No inscriptions or signs of ownership. Top edge tint still bold and bright, no bumping to corners or edges. In a near fine dust jacket that has no fading at all to spine. Not price clipped. SIGNED BY THE AUTHOR directly to half title page without dedication. "Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy" by John le Carré is a gripping espionage novel set during the Cold War. The story follows George Smiley, a retired British intelligence officer, who is brought back into the world of espionage to uncover a Soviet mole within the highest ranks of the British Secret Service, known as the Circus. Smiley must navigate a complex web of deceit, betrayal, and hidden identities as he delves into the past and present activities of his former colleagues. With meticulous detail and psychological depth, Le… Read More

UK: Heinemann, 1965. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Fine/Fine. The Looking-Glass War Signed by John le Carré First Edition Heinemann 1965. A fine copy. Appearing unread (boards spring when opened). Free of ownership inscriptions and unblemished throughout. In a fine dust jacket again appearing as new. Original Heinemann price label affixed to front flap. SIGNED by John le Carré by way of loosely inserted bookplate. An excellent copy. For further images please see Brought to Book Ltd.