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

UK: The Crime Club, Collins, 1941. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Near Fine/Near Fine. N or M? by Agatha Christie First Edition The Crime Club Collins 1941. A near fine copy that has no inscriptions or signs of previous ownership. No foxing to contents or edges, covers are bright. In original near fine dust jacket with some light archival restoration, chiefly along top edge. Spine completely unfaded. Not clipped and correctly priced at 7/6.

UK: Hodder & Stoughton, 1971. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Near Fine/Near Fine. The Naive and Sentimental Lover Signed by John le Carré First Edition Hodder & Stoughton 1971. No inscriptions, no foxing or browning. Page block square and tight. Covers near fine in like dust jacket, not price clipped. SIGNED by John le Carré by way of loosely inserted publicity photograph.

UK: Hodder & Stoughton, 1971. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Very Good/Very Good. The Naive and Sentimental Lover Signed by John le Carré First Edition Hodder & Stoughton 1971. A VG copy that's free of any foxing or toning to contents or edges. No previous owner's inscriptions or marks. Covers clean and no rubbing or fraying. In like dust jacket. Not price clipped. SIGNED BY THE AUTHOR by way of bookplate to half title page.

UK: Hodder & Stoughton, 1971. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Fine/Very Good+. The Naive and Sentimental Lover Signed by John le Carré First Edition Hodder & Stoughton 1971. No inscriptions, no foxing or browning. Page block square and tight. Covers fine in a VG+ dust jacket, not price clipped. SIGNED by John le Carré by way of loosely inserted publicity photograph.

UK: Hodder & Stoughton, 1971. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Fine/Near Fine. The Naive and Sentimental Lover Signed by John le Carré First Edition Hodder & Stoughton 1971. A fine copy with no name inscriptions or signs of previous ownership. Contents clean and unblemished throughout and no foxing to edges. Covers unmarked and have no bumping to corners. In a near fine dust jacket with no creasing, tears or loss. Not price clipped. SIGNED BY THE AUTHOR directly to title page without dedication.

UK: Hodder & Stoughton, 1971. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Fine/Near Fine. The Naive and Sentimental Lover Signed by John le Carré First Edition Hodder & Stoughton 1971. A fine book that's unmarked throughout, with no foxing to contents or edges. Covers unblemished and top edge tint still bold. In original near fine price clipped dust jacket that has none of the usual toning to the colours on spine. SIGNED BY THE AUTHOR to bookplate on half title page. "The Naive and Sentimental Lover" is a novel written by John le Carré, published in 1971. The story follows Aldo Cassidy, a successful businessman who becomes disillusioned with his conventional life and embarks on an affair with a younger woman, the enigmatic Shamus. As Aldo navigates the complexities of love, desire, and identity, he is drawn into a web of intrigue and betrayal that forces him to confront his own naivety and sentimentality. Set against the backdrop of Europe in the 1960s, the novel… Read More

UK: Hodder & Stoughton, 1971. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Near Fine/Near Fine. The Naive and Sentimental Lover Inscribed Signed by John le Carré First Edition Hodder & Stoughton 1971. Completely unblemished throughout. Covers are near fine with gilt still very much bold. In a near fine dust jacket, which is without fading to spine and not price clipped. CONTEMPORARY SIGNATURE by John le Carré with date and location (Cafe Royal, July 1971) directly to title page. Attributes seldom seen.

UK: Thornton Butterworth, 1933. Early Reprint . No Binding. Not Specified/Very Good. Naked Murder by Firth Erskine Dust Jacket Only Early Reprint Thornton Butterworth Ltd. c.1933. Remnants of brown paper strengthening. Near VG.

USA: Charles Scribner's Sons, 1940. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Fine/Very Good. The Narracong Riddle by August Derleth First Edition Charles Scribner's Sons 1940. New York. No previous owner's inscriptions. Contents and (uncut) edges free of foxing. Covers are bright, fine and have no bumping or rubbing to corners nor toning to spine. In a VG dust jacket. Not price clipped. "The Narracong Riddle" by August Derleth is a captivating mystery novel that transports readers to the picturesque countryside of England. When a renowned archaeologist is found dead in the village of Narracong, Inspector Ethan Grey is summoned to investigate. As Grey delves into the case, he uncovers a labyrinth of secrets, ancient myths, and hidden treasures. With the help of a resourceful local librarian, he must decipher cryptic clues and confront dark forces that threaten the peace of Narracong. Derleth weaves a spellbinding tale of suspense, blending elements of history, folklore and crime.

UK: Herbert Jenkins, 1927. Hardcover. Very Good+/Near Fine. The Narrowing Circle by Headon Hill Popular Edition Herbert Jenkins c.1927. No name inscriptions or signs of previous ownership. Contents and edges are free of foxing and toning. Covers are bright and without bumping or rubbing to corners. In original near fine dust jacket that has no chips, tears or loss.

UK: Michael Joseph, 1964. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Very Good/Very Good+. Nerve by Dick Francis First Edition Michael Joseph 1964. No name inscriptions. Contents generally clean throughout, free of foxing. Covers are VG and lightly marked. In a VG+ dust jacket with no tears or loss. Not price clipped. Loosely inserted is also an original publicity photograph of the author. "Nerve" is a crime thriller novel by Dick Francis, published in 1964. In this book, the story centers around the world of steeplechase horse racing. The protagonist, Rob Finn, is a horse jockey who becomes embroiled in a web of crime and mystery when he's drawn into a dangerous game involving a series of elaborate horse-doping schemes. As the story unfolds, Rob finds himself confronting both physical and moral challenges as he attempts to uncover the culprits behind the nefarious activities in the racing world. "Nerve" is known for its suspenseful plot and its portrayal of the horse racing industry.

UK: Chatto & Windus, 1882. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Very Good+. New Arabian Nights by Robert Louis Stevenson First Edition Chatto & Windus 1882. London. Two Volumes. [12], 269, [3]; viii, 234, [2], 32 (publisher's advertisements) pages. Publisher's light green cloth decoratively stamped in black and brown. No cracking or splitting to hinges. Small neat name inscription to Vol. 2. Contents clean and unblemished throughout. Light stain to back cover of Vol. 2. VG+ & VG. A Haycraft-Queen Cornerstone. Queen's Quorum 11. "New Arabian Nights" by Robert Louis Stevenson is a collection of short stories that transports readers into a world of adventure and intrigue. Set in 19th-century London, the tales take inspiration from the Arabian Nights and offer a delightful blend of mystery, romance, and the supernatural. From the escapades of thieves and swindlers to encounters with ghosts and magic, each story captivates with its vivid characters and imaginative… Read More

UK: W.H. Allen, 1969. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Fine/Near Fine. A Nice Class of People by Arthur La Bern First Edition W.H. Allen 1969. A fine copy with no sign of any previous ownership. Covers are unmarked and have no bumping or rubbing. In a near fine dust jacket with no loss, tears or fading. Not price clipped.

UK: Hodder & Stoughton, 1927. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Very Good+/Very Good. Nicholas Goade Detective by E Phillips Oppenheim First Edition Hodder & Stoughton 1927. No inscriptions, no foxing or browning. A VG+ copy in near VG dust jacket which has slight loss to the head and tail of spine.

UK: Chapman & Hall, 1839. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Very Good+. Nicholas Nickleby by Charles Dickens First Edition Chapman & Hall 1839. Quarter leather binding with raised bands and marbled covers. Contents clean and unblemished throughout. With 'Sister' (p.123) and 'latter' (p. 160) left uncorrected. VG+. "Nicholas Nickleby" is a novel by Charles Dickens, first published as a serial in 1838-39. It follows the struggles of Nicholas, a young man who, after the death of his father, must support his mother and sister. He takes a job teaching at a brutal school, run by the cruel Mr. Wackford Squeers. Eventually, Nicholas and his family join a traveling theater company, where he falls in love with a young actress. Along the way, he encounters a variety of colorful characters, including the scheming Ralph Nickleby, his nephew's archenemy. The novel is a satirical critique of social and economic injustices of Victorian England.

UK: Newnes, 1912. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Soft cover. Very Good+. Nick Carter Weekly Number One The House of Whispers Newnes January 24th 1912. Volume one, number one. First ever edition of the short lived series published originally in the U.S. Only 22 editions published. A bright VG+ copy. "Nick Carter Weekly Number One: The House of Whispers" is a thrilling detective story featuring the popular fictional character Nick Carter. Written in the early 20th century, this book follows Nick Carter, a skilled detective, as he investigates a perplexing case centered around the enigmatic House of Whispers. As Nick delves into the eerie mansion's secrets, he encounters mysterious characters, uncovers hidden passages, and navigates dangerous situations. With a blend of suspense, intrigue, and clever deductions, the story takes readers on a captivating journey through the dark and suspenseful world of detective fiction, showcasing Nick Carter's ingenuity and resourcefulness in solving the… Read More

UK: Constable, 1992. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Soft cover. Fine. Night Frost by RD Wingfield Uncorrected Proof Copy Constable 1992. Covers fine and unmarked - scarce.

UK: Hodder & Stoughton, 1993. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Fine/Very Good+. The Night Manager Signed by John le Carré First Edition Hodder & Stoughton 1993. No inscriptions, foxing or toning. Edges clean and covers are fine and unmarked. In a VG+ dust jacket that has no tears or loss. Not price clipped. SIGNED BY THE AUTHOR directly to title page without dedication. "The Night Manager" by John le Carré is a thrilling espionage novel that follows Jonathan Pine, a former British soldier turned hotel night manager. Pine becomes entangled in a dangerous world of international arms dealing and corruption when he crosses paths with Richard Roper, a wealthy and influential businessman with ties to the criminal underworld. Drawn into a high-stakes mission orchestrated by British intelligence, Pine must navigate treacherous alliances, double-crosses, and his own haunted past to bring Roper down. Le Carré's masterful storytelling blends suspense, moral… Read More

UK: Hodder & Stoughton, 1993. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Fine/Fine. The Night Manager Signed by John le Carré First Edition Hodder & Stoughton 1993. A very fine copy that appears unread (boards spring when opened). No previous owner's markings or inscriptions. No foxing to contents or edges and unblemished throughout. In a fine dust jacket. Not price clipped and with no toning to spine. SIGNED AND DATED (in month of publication) by the author directly to title page. "The Night Manager" by John le Carré is a gripping espionage thriller. It tells the story of Jonathan Pine, a former British soldier turned hotel night manager, who becomes embroiled in a dangerous world of international arms smuggling and espionage. Pine's encounter with a mysterious guest, Richard Roper, a wealthy and ruthless arms dealer, sets the stage for a tense and intricate game of cat and mouse. When Pine is recruited by British intelligence to infiltrate Roper's inner… Read More

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.