Cleveland and New York: The World Publishing Co., 1946. First edition. Near fine, text block browned as usual, in a very good or better dust jacket, slight chipping to lower corners, tape stain from interior re-enforcement at lower corners, light shelf wear with some minor loss to head and heel of spine panel. (6606). Octavo, boards. First hardcover appearance of these stories. First book publications were Five Murderers (Avon, 1944) and Five Sinister Characters (Avon, 1945).

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Bookseller: John W. Knott, Jr., Bookseller, ABAA/ILAB (US)
Bookseller's Inventory #: 6606
Title: SPANISH BLOOD: A COLLECTION OF SHORT STORIES
Author: Chandler, Raymond
Book Condition: Used - Near fine, text block browned as usual, in a very good or better dust jacket, slight chipping to lower corners, tape stain from
Quantity Available: 1
Edition: First edition
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: The World Publishing Co.
Place of Publication: Cleveland and New York
Date Published: 1946
Keywords: Mystery . SC

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