Search Results: Titles starting with E from Brought to Book Ltd

UK: Robert Hale, 1984. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Fine/Near Fine. Earnshaw's Evidence by Peter Bowland First Edition Robert Hale 1984. Completely free of any inscriptions or signs of ownership. No foxing or toning. Covers are fine. In near fine dust jacket. Not price clipped. From the Anthony Lejeune collection.

UK: Dean & Son, 1941. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Soft cover. Very Good+. Wilfred Haughton. Eb' and Flo' Adventures Twins at School Midget Comic Dean & Son circa 1941. Small format comic spin off from the annual published by Dean & Son circa 1941. Features work by Disney artist William Haughton - even more scarce than the annual of the same name.

USA: Alfred A. Knopf, 1934. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Very Good/Near Fine. The Ebony Box by J.S. Fletcher First Edition Alfred A. Knopf 1934. New York. No ownership or gift inscriptions. Contents clean throughout. Top edge tint still present and no foxing. VG covers are bright and have some mild toning to top and bottom edges. In a near fine dust jacket with no loss. Not price clipped and with no fading to spine. "The Ebony Box" by J.S. Fletcher is a gripping mystery novel set in the early 20th century. When a valuable ebony box with historical significance is stolen, detective Frank Urwin is called upon to solve the case. As he delves into the investigation, he uncovers a web of secrets, deceit, and hidden motives among a cast of intriguing characters. The story unfolds with unexpected twists and turns, leading Urwin through a maze of clues and alibis. With his sharp intellect and determination, Urwin navigates through a complex puzzle to unveil the truth behind the theft,… Read More

UK: The Crime Club, W. Collins Sons & Co Ltd, 1940. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Very Good+. The Edgar Wallace Race Special by Edgar Wallace First Edition The Crime Club W. Collins Sons & Co Ltd c 1940. A VG+ copy. No previous owner's inscriptions or markings. Contents free of foxing or toning, covers bright and unblemished.

UK: Herbert Jenkins, 1940. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Very Good+/Very Good. Eggs, Beans and Crumpets by P.G. Wodehouse First Edition Herbert Jenkins 1940. A VG+ copy with no name inscriptions and free of foxing. Covers bright and without fading to spine. No rubbing or bumping to corners or edges. In a near VG dust jacket with a (unnecessary) thin strip of archival tape internally to spine. Publisher's printed price of 7/6.

USA: Frederick A. Stokes, 1932. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Near Fine/Near Fine. The Egyptian Cross Mystery by Ellery Queen First Edition Frederick A. Stokes 1932. A near fine copy that has no inscriptions or signs of ownership. Edges and contents free of any foxing or toning. Covers bright and unmarked with no darkening to spine. In original near fine dust jacket that has no loss, creasing or tears and no fading to red lettering on spine. Not price clipped. For further images please see Brought to Book Ltd.

UK: Cassell, 1936. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Very Good+/Very Good. The Electric Torch by Ethel M. Dell First Edition Cassell 1936. No inscriptions, no foxing or browning. Rubber stamp to title page. Covers VG+ in internally strengthened near VG dust jacket.

UK: Geoffrey Bles, 1935. Early Reprint 4th Printing. Hardcover. Near Fine/Very Good. The Ellerby Case by John Rhode Early Reprint Fourth Impression Geoffrey Bles 1935. A near fine book that has no inscriptions or previous signs of ownership. In pictorial near VG 'Abbey' designed dust jacket.

UK: The Crime Club, Collins, 1957. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Fine/Fine. Ellery Queen's Awards Tenth Series First Edition The Crime Club Collins 1957. Edited by Ellery Queen. A fine copy that appears unread. No foxing or toning to contents or edges and no inscriptions. In like very fine dust jacket that appears as new and completely unmarked. Not price clipped. An excellent copy. "Ellery Queen's Awards Tenth Series" is an anthology of mystery stories compiled and edited by Ellery Queen. First published in 1957, the collection features ten short stories by various authors, each of which had won an award in the mystery genre that year. The stories cover a range of themes and styles, from traditional whodunits to suspenseful thrillers. Some of the standout entries include "An Open and Shut Case" by Stanley Ellin, which follows a detective investigating a seemingly straightforward murder case, and "The Three Widows" by Hugh Pentecost, which features a… Read More

UK: Hutchinson, 2005. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Fine/Fine. End in Tears Signed by Ruth Rendell First Edition Hutchinson 2005. No inscriptions, appearing unread. A fine copy in like dust jacket, not price clipped. SIGNED by Ruth Rendell directly to title page.

UK: Bles, 1966. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Fine/Very Good+. Enemies of the Bride by Osmington Mills Signed First Edition Bles 1966. Scattered foxing to edges (only). Covers are fine and unmarked. In a VG+ dust jacket with no tears or loss. Not price clipped. Presentation copy inscribed to ffep by the publisher at date of publication.

UK: Hodder & Stoughton, 1940. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Very Good+/Very Good. The Enemy Within the Gates by Sydney Horler First Edition Hodder & Stoughton 1940. No inscriptions, blue cloth covers are VG+. In original near VG dust jacket. Not price clipped.

USA: Cosmopolitan, 1928. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Fine/Very Good+. Enter Sir John by Clemence Dane and Helen Simpson First Edition Cosmopolitan 1928. New York. A fine copy. Neat contemporary name inscription to ffep. No foxing or toning to contents or edges. Covers bright and unblemished. In a VG+ dust jacket. Not price clipped. Enter Sir John by Clemence Dane and Helen Simpson centers around the investigation of a brutal murder. The story follows the renowned detective Sir John Saumarez, who is called in to solve the case of a wealthy businessman who has been found dead in his home. As Saumarez delves deeper into the investigation, he uncovers a web of lies, secrets, and hidden motives that leads him to suspect almost everyone in the victim's life. With its intricate plot, well-drawn characters, and clever twists and turns, Enter Sir John is a classic mystery novel.

UK: Geoffrey Bles, 1935. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Fine/Fine. Enter a Murderer by Ngaio Marsh First Edition Geoffrey Bles 1935. No name inscriptions or signs of previous ownership. Some light sporadic foxing to edges (only). Contents clean and unblemished throughout. Covers are fine, bright and completely unmarked. In original fine price clipped dust jacket with some minor touching in and paper strengthening to spine tips.

UK: Victor Gollancz, 1987. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Fine/Fine. Equal Rites by Terry Pratchett First Edition Victor Gollancz 1987. A very fine example that has no inscriptions or signs of previous ownership, appearing unread. Covers are completely unblemished. In a fine dust jacket that, importantly, isn't price clipped and has the correct price of £9.95 printed to front flap (confirming correct first edition). Reprint dust jackets are often price clipped and 'married' to first edition books.

USA: The Crime Club Doubleday, Doran & Company Inc, 1932. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Near Fine/Very Good. Escape by Philip MacDonald First Edition The Crime Club Inc Doubleday, Doran & Company Inc 1932. Garden City, New York. A near fine copy that has no foxing to contents or (uncut) edges. Free of previous owner's inscriptions and covers unblemished. In original near VG dust jacket which has some chipping and fraying. Not price clipped. "Escape" by Philip MacDonald is a riveting suspense novel that plunges readers into a high-stakes game of cat and mouse. Set against the backdrop of a daring prison break, the story follows the escape of a cunning criminal mastermind and his relentless pursuit by a determined detective. As the fugitive navigates a world of deception and danger, tension escalates, leading to a gripping climax. Philip MacDonald's storytelling prowess shines as he weaves a narrative filled with twists and psychological intrigue. "Escape"… Read More

UK: Ward Lock , 1961. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Near Fine/Near Fine. Escape to Death by Elma M. Williams First Edition Ward Lock 1961. A near fine copy with no inscriptions. In like bright dust jacket that has no tears or loss.

UK: Hodder & Stoughton, 1938. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Very Good. The Evil Messenger by Sydney Horler First Edition Hodder & Stoughton 1938. Free of any inscriptions, foxing or toning. Covers VG.

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: Duckworth & Co, 1920. 2nd Edition . Hardcover. Very Good/Good+. The Exploits of Danby Croker by R. Austin Freeman Second Edition Duckworth & Co 1920. No inscriptions. Contents and edges free of any foxing. Unblemished throughout. Covers are VG and have light markings from corresponding loss to the original dust jacket. One of the scarcer Freeman titles and seldom seen in jacket. "The Exploits of Danby Croker" is a collection of short detective stories by R. Austin Freeman, first published in 1917. The book features the astute and unconventional detective, Dr. John Thorndyke, who teams up with the enigmatic Danby Croker to solve a series of baffling cases. From stolen diamonds to suspicious deaths, the duo tackles intricate mysteries with scientific precision and logical deduction. Freeman's meticulous attention to forensic details and intricate plotting keeps readers on the edge of their seats as they unravel each twist and turn. "The Exploits of Danby Croker"… Read More