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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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 & 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, 1986. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Fine/Fine. A Perfect Spy by John le Carré First Edition Hodder & Stoughton 1986. A fine copy with no foxing or toning to contents or edges. No previous owner's inscriptions or marks, covers bright and unblemished. In like dust jacket. Not price clipped and with no creasing or tears.

UK: Hodder & Stoughton, 2006. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Fine/Fine. The Mission Song Signed by John le Carré First Edition Hodder & Stoughton 2006. A fine copy, appearing as new and unread. No foxing or toning to contents or edges and no previous owner's inscriptions or marks. Covers are completely unblemished. In a fine dust jacket, not price clipped and still retaining its original promotional wrap-around band. SIGNED BY THE AUTHOR without dedication directly to title page.

UK: Hodder & Stoughton, 1996. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Fine/Fine. The Tailor of Panama Inscribed & Signed by John le Carré First Edition Hodder & Stoughton 1996. A fine book that appears unread and without fault. In like original dust jacket. Not price clipped. INSCRIBED BY THE AUTHOR to title page: "For Jane, with / all good things - and / thanks for a great day ! / John le Carré / 27 Sep '96 / Cornwall.

UK: Gollancz, 1964. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Fine/Near Fine. The le Carré Omnibus by John le Carré First Edition Gollancz 1964. Comprising 'Call for the Dead' and 'A Murder of Quality'. A fine copy with no foxing to contents or edges. Free of previous owner's inscriptions and unblemished throughout. Covers are unmarked and without bumping or rubbing to corners. In original bright and near fine dust jacket that has no fading or toning to spine. Not price clipped.

UK: Viking, 2013. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Fine/Fine. A Delicate Truth by John le Carré First Edition Viking 2013. A fine copy appearing unread. No previous owner's inscriptions or marks and no foxing or toning. In like original dust jacket with no creasing or fading. Not price clipped.

UK: Hodder & Stoughton, 1991. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Fine/Near Fine. The Secret Pilgrim Signed by John le Carré First Edition Hodder & Stoughton 1991. A fine copy. Contents unblemished throughout, no inscriptions and no foxing to contents or edges. In a near fine dust jacket that has no tears or creasing. Not price clipped. SIGNED BY THE AUTHOR directly to title page without dedication. "The Secret Pilgrim" by John le Carré is a thought-provoking spy novel that delves into the life of George Smiley, a retired British intelligence officer. The story takes place during Smiley's visit to a training school for aspiring spies, where he reflects on his past experiences and imparts wisdom to the new recruits. Through a series of captivating anecdotes, Smiley explores the moral ambiguities and personal sacrifices inherent in the world of espionage. Le Carré skillfully portrays the complexities of loyalty, trust, and the toll taken on individuals who… Read More

UK: Hodder & Stoughton, 1989. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Near Fine/Near Fine. The Russia House Signed by John le Carré First Edition Hodder & Stoughton 1989. A near fine copy with no inscriptions or signs of ownership. Contents unblemished throughout and only a touch of toning along the top edge. Covers bright and completely unmarked. In like dust jacket with no creasing or tears. Not price clipped. SIGNED BY THE AUTHOR directly to title page without dedication. For further images please see Brought to Book Ltd.

Penguin Viking, 2019. 1st Edition 3rd Printing. Hardcover. As New/As New. Agent Running In the Field Signed by John le Carré First Edition Third Impression Penguin Viking 2019. A mint copy appearing as new and unread (boards spring when opened). In like original dust jacket. Not price clipped. SIGNED BY THE AUTHOR directly to title page without dedication.