The Man in Ratcatcher

Sapper

Editore: Hodder & Stoughton, UK, 1923

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The Man in Ratcatcher by Sapper Early Reprint Hodder & Stoughton 1923. No previous owner's marks or inscriptions. Contents unblemished throughout, no foxing to edges. Covers are VG+ with a small patch of toning mid-way down the spine. In seldom seen original VG dust jacket. "The Man in Ratcatcher" by Sapper (H.C. McNeile) is a collection of 11 short stories, showcasing the author's knack for suspense and adventure. Known for his Bulldog Drummond series, Sapper here explores various themes including espionage, crime, and the supernatural. The titular story, "The Man in Ratcatcher," involves an assassination plot and counter-intelligence, while other tales like "The House by the Headland" delve into ghost stories. Each narrative is rich with action, moral complexities, and the quintessential British humor of the early 20th century, reflecting the post-WWI era's intrigue and the author's military background.

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• Titolo: The Man in Ratcatcher
• Editore: Hodder & Stoughton, UK
• Data di pubblicazione: 1923
• Lingua: Inglese
• Rilegatura: Hardcover
• Edizione: Early Reprint
• Condizione: Very Good+
• Condizione della sovraccoperta: Very Good
• Cataloghi dei venditori:
  • Detective Fiction