Search Results: Titles starting with O from Everlasting Editions

Published by Collins Clear-Type Press, c.1900. First edition thus. Undated. Illustrated Pocket Classics. Illustrated by J. Finnimore. 642pp. Condition: Good.
Bound in original red cloth boards with title and decoration in gilt to the spine. Some fading to the spine and a little rubbing, bumping, and marking to the boards, but the binding is otherwise in smart condition. Inside, the pages are clean and bright and free from marks or damage save for a touch of toning.
In all, this is a smart edition of this historical romance by Harrison Ainsworth. Originally published serially, it is set during the Great Plague of London and the Great Fire of London, and follows the life and events of grocer Stephen Bloundel and his daughter Annabel. In 1914, it was the basis for the silent film Old St. Paul's. With a remarkable eye for detail, Harrison Ainsworth brings to life the colourful panorama of Restoration London and the disasters that befall it. It is a spectacular tale of love, greed, betrayal, abduction,… Read More

Published by Weidenfeld & Nicolson, London; 1962. First English Edition. Translated by Elspeth Harley Schubert. 8vo. 126pp. Condition: Fine/Very Good.
Bound in original red cloth boards with gilt title to the spine. Other than a little darkening to the top edge, the binding is in excellent condition, tight and square and free from damage or marking. Inside, apart from a touch of toning to the edges, the pages are clean and bright.
The book is housed in the original dust jacket, unclipped with the original price of 15s net. There is a little darkening to the spine edges and some general rubbing. There is a little shelf wear, with a few small tears to the edges. That said, however, the jacket remains smart and complements the book well.
In all, this is a smart example of this first edition by Olle Hedberg, translated from the Swedish version published in 1959. It would sit smartly on any shelf.

Published by Hodder & Stoughton, London; 1995. 8vo. 347pp. First edition, second impression. Condition: Fine/Fine
Bound in original cloth boards, with title to the spine. The binding is tight and square and in almost perfect condition, with just a small knock to the top edge. Inside, the pages are clear and bright and free from blemishes or damage, with just a few small age spots.
The book is housed in its original, unclipped, dust jacket, which is in equally smart condition, with no marks or damage to speak of.
A very smart example of this novel of suspense. Gripping to the end and endlessly entertaining. It explains the complicated world of espionage against the backdrop of the war between Armenia and Azerbaijan. It tells the story of Tim Cranmer, who becomes entangled in a dangerous web of international politics, personal loyalties, and betrayal.

Published by Viking, London: 2010. 8vo. 306pp. First edition, fifth impression. Condition: Near Fine/Fine.
Bound in original cloth boards, the binding is square and tight and in excellent condition, with just some bumping to the spine ends and a small knock to the front right edge. Inside, the pages are clean and bright and free from marks or damage, and the book appears unread.
The book is housed in its original, unclipped, dust jacket, which is clean and bright and in excellent condition, with just some corresponding bumping to the spine and a couple of scratches to the rear.
In all, this is a very smart example of this novel by le Carré about a Russian money launderer looking to defect after his new superiors kill his close friend. It is a thrilling espionage novel that delves into the world of international intrigue. It centres around a young British couple, Perry and Gail, who are inadvertently swept up in a high-stakes game between Russian mafia and British intelligence. Drawn into a dangerous… Read More

Published by Victor Gollancz Ltd, London; 1975. Uncorrected Proof. 224pp. 8vo. Condition: Good+
Bound in yellow softcover binding. There is some staining to the binding and a little bumping to the edges, but it is otherwise in tact and in good condition. Inside, the pages are clean and bright and free from blemishes or damage, with just a little toning and staining to the page edges.
In all, this is a rare find of the publisher's Uncorrected Book Proof, which preceded the publication of the first edition. These proofs are hard to come by as only a handful would have been produced. Anthony Price combines the machinations of British Intelligence with the legend of King Arthur in an extraordinary thriller that crackles with suspense from start to finish.