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Published by Simon and Schuster, London; 2004. 8vo. 392pp. First edition, first impression. Condition: Fine/Fine.
Bound in original black cloth boards with gold gilt title to the spine. The binding is square and tight and in excellent condition, with no signs of damage or marking, save a touch of bumping to the spine. Inside, the pages are clean and bright and free from blemishes or wear.
This beautiful book is housed in its original, first issue, dust jacket, which is in equally smart condition. Other than a hint of bumping to the spine ends, the jacket is vibrant and bright and in near perfect condition.
In all, this is a beautiful example of this modern firs by Lynda la Plante, in which Detective Anna Travis is faced with her first murder case. After stumbling on a vital piece of information, she realises they are, in fact, dealing with a serial killer.

Published by Odhams Press Limited, London; c.1930s. 348pp. 8vo. Condition: Near Fine.
Bound in original mottled brown boards with gold gilt title to the spine. The binding is tight and in excellent condition, free from blemishes or damage. Inside, the pages are clean and bright and free from damage or marks, save some minor toning and the occasional age spot.
This collection of essays was originally published in 1823. They were very popular throughout the nineteenth century, charming readers with their conversational and personal tone. Lamb himself is the Elia of the title, and his sister "Cousin Bridget". This is a lovely, smart example of the Odhams Press publication of this work and it would look very smart sat in any book collection. We currently have a range of 41 Odhams Press titles in stock, please don't hesitate to get in touch if you would be interested in purchasing the complete set, we are always happy to work out a deal, and these books would look fabulous on a bookshelf together!

Published by Victor Gollancz, London; 1983. 8vo. 143pp. Reissue. Condition: Fine/Fine.
Bound in black cloth boards with title in gilt to the spine. The binding is square and tight and in near perfect condition, free from marks or wear, save a touch of bumping to the spine ends and corners. Inside, the pages are clean and bright and with no blemishes or wear and just a touch of toning to the edges.
This beautiful book is housed in its original, first issue dust jacket. The jacket is vibrant and bright and in very smart condition, with no wear or damage to note, save perhaps the slightest hint of bumping to the spine ends.
In all, this is a lovely example of this edition of le Carre's first novel. It sees the introduction of George Smiley, probably the greatest figure in all of spy fiction. It was widely acclaimed and was adapted into a film entitle "The Deadly Affair", directed by Sidney Lumet and starring Jason Mason as Smiley. It was nominated for 5 Baftas including Best British Film and Best British Actor.

Published by Hodder & Stoughton, London; 1991. 8vo. 314pp. The Lamplighter Edition. First edition thus. Condition Fine/Near Fine.
Bound in original black cloth boards with the title in gilt to the spine and the lamplighter logo blind-stamped to the front board. The binding is square and tight and appears unread. It is free from marks and damage and is in beautiful condition, with just a touch of bumping to the spine ends. Inside, the pages are clean and bright and in immaculate condition.
This smart edition is housed in its original dust jacket. It is vibrant and sharp and in very smart condition. There is one small white mark to the front board and a hint of bumping to the top of the spine, but otherwise it is in excellent condition.
In all, this is a very collectible example of this edition of one of le Carre's most popular and best known novels, and the first volume of one of the most influential spy trilogies of the twentieth century. The novel follows the endeavours of spymaster George Smiley to… Read More

Published by Hodder & Stoughton, London; 1990. 8v0. 335pp. Fist edition, first impression. Condition: Fine/Fine
Bound in original dark blue cloth boards with title t the spine, the binding is square and tight and in excellent condition, with just a touch of bumping to the spine ends. Inside, the pages are clean and bright and free from damage save a little spotting and staining to the page rims (only visible when closed). There are neat ownership inscriptions to the ffep.
The book is housed in an equally smart, first issue, dust jacket. It is vibrant and bright and free from damage, save perhaps the slightest bumping to the spine ends.
In all, this is a lovely, smart and collectible example of this modern first by le Carré. It is a gripping espionage novel starring Smiley in a supporting role. The tale is narrated by Ned, a retired British spy, as he shares his experiences and insights into his career to a group of trainee spies. Through a series of compelling anecdotes, he provides a vivid and frank… Read More

Published by The Book Club Associates, London; 1983. 8vo. First Book Club Edition. Condition: Near Fine / Near Fine.
A smart example of this book club edition by Le Carré. Bound in original brown cloth with just gold gilt title to the spine and just a little bumping to the edges. The binding is tidy, free from marks and in lovely condition. Inside, the pages are clean and bright and show no sign of damage or ageing other than some toning and a little age spotting, particularly to the edges. The book is housed in it's original jacket, free from marks or blemishes and with just some minor bumping to the edges and foxing to the flaps.Overall, this is a very smart and collectible example of this book club edition by Le Carré.

Published by Hodder & Stoughton, London; 1980. First edition, fourth impression. Condition: Near Fine/Good+
Published the same year as the first impression, this smart book is bound in it's original blue cloth boards. The binding is tight and square and free from damage, with just one small mark to the bottom of the front board, and a touch of bumping to the spine ends and corners. Inside, the pages are clean and bright and free from wear or damage save a little speckling to the top edge.
The book is housed in it's original dust jacket. There is some wear to the edges, with chipping and loss, a few small marks to the rear panel and some sunning to the spine. In spite of this, it remains smart.
In all, this is a good example of this early impression of the first edition, which would sit well on any shelf.

Published by Viking, London; 2019. 8vo. First edition, first impression. 281pp. Condition: Fine/Fine
Bound in original black cloth boards with title to the spine. The binding is square and tight and in excellent condition, with no damage or marks to speak of. Inside, the pages are clean and bright and free from blemishes or wear. The book is tightly bound and appears unread.
This lovely book is housed in its original dust jacket, which is in equally smart condition, with no signs of damage or marking.
In all, this is a beautiful example of this modern first edition by one of the most prolific authors of the twentieth century. Agent Running in the Field is a chilling portrait of our time, now heart-breaking, now darkly humorous, told to us with unflagging tension by the greatest chronicler of our age.

Published by Viking, London; 2017. 8vo. 264pp. First edition, first impression. Condition: Fine/Fine.
Bound in original black cloth boards with title in silver to the spine. The binding is square and tight and in excellent condition, appearing unread, and with just a touch of bumping. Inside, the pages are clean and bright and free from marks or damage.
The book is housed in its original dust jacket, in equally smart condition, in beautiful condition and with no marks or damage to speak of. It is housed in a non-adhesive archival cover to preserve its smart condition.
In all, this is an excellent example of this modern first edition by le Carré. It is a captivating espionage novel that seamlessly blends the past and present. It focusses on Peter Guillam, a former British Intelligence officer, who is drawn out of his retirement when a legal case reopens the old wounds of his Cold War days. As he reflects back to his role in Operation Windfall, the reader is whisked back to "The Spy Who Came in from the Cold".

Published by Penguin Classics, London; 2013. 8vo. Fiftieth Anniversary edition, fifth impression. Condition: Fine/Fine.This is a very attractive and collectible example of this 50th anniversary edition of John le Carré's third novel, bound in original grey cloth boards with title in red to the spine. The binding is square and tight and in smart condition, with just the faintest touch of bumping to the edges. Inside, the pages are clean and bright and free from damage, with just a hint of toning.The book is housed in its original dust jacket. It is vibrant and bright, and in equally smart condition, with no signs of damage or wear, save a little bumping to the corners and spine ends.
This is a beautiful example of the fiftieth anniversary edition of le Carre's third novel, hailed as his breakthrough work, and which quickly became an international best seller. Following its publication, le Carré left MI6 to pursue his writing career. This novel became one of the most important in it's genre, changing… Read More

Published by Hodder & Stoughton, London; 2008. First edition, first impression. 340pp. 8vo. Condition: Fine/Fine.
Bound in original black cloth boards with title in silver to the spine. The binding is square and tight and in excellent condition, free from marks or damage. Inside, the pages are clean and bright and free from marks or blemishes. The book is tightly bound and appears unread.
This lovely book is housed in its original dust jacket, which is in equally smart condition, with no signs of damage or marking.
In all, this is a beautiful example of this modern first edition by le Carre. It is in Fine condition with no points to speak of. Adapted into a film in 2014, this book tells the tale of a young Chechen ex-prisoner, smuggled into Germany in the dead of night, destitute and half-starved but with a claim to a fortune held in a private bank. Poignant, compassionate, peopled with characters the reader never wants to let go, 'A Most Wanted Man' is a work of deep humanity, and uncommon relevance… Read More

Published by William Heinemann Ltd, London; 1965. 8vo. 246pp. First edition, first impression. Condition: Near Fine/Near Fine.Bound in it's original black cloth binding with silver title to the spine, this book is in excellent condition, with just a hint of bumping to the base of the spine, although this really is negligible, and two small, faint marks to the rear. Inside, the book is in equally smart condition, clean and bright, with no marks or damage to speak of apart from a little spotting to the page rims. It is in remarkable condition for a book of this age.The book is housed in it's original dust jacket, which is bright and clean, but clipped. There is a touch of bumping to the edges and a small mark to the bottom of the front flap. There is also some fading to the spine. However, apart from these minor points, the jacket is in very smart condition, which is increasingly harder to find with this title, and it compliments the book beautifully.Overall, this is a very collectible example of this… Read More

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 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 Penguin Classics, London; 2021. 8vo. 150pp. 60th Anniversary Edition. Condition: Fine/Fine.
Bound in blue cloth boards with title in silver to the spine. The binding is square and tight and in perfect condition, with no marks or signs of wear. Inside, the pages are clean and bright and with no blemishes or wear and in beautiful condition.
This beautiful book is housed in its original, first issue dust jacket. The pictorial jacket is vibrant and bright and in very smart condition, with no wear or damage to note, it complements the book perfectly.
In all, this is a lovely example of this 60th anniversary edition of le Carre's first novel. It sees the introduction of George Smiley, a tenacious and retiring spy caught in a gripping tale of espionage and intrigue, and probably the greatest figure in all of spy fiction. The novel begins with the death of a civil servant, apparently by suicide, after a routine security check by George Smiley. When Smiley finds Circus head Maston is trying to… Read More

Published by Viking, London; 2021. 8vo. 215pp. First edition, first impression. Condition: Fine/Fine.
Bound in original green boards with title in white to the spine. The binding is square and tight and in beautifully smart condition, with no marks or wear to speak of. Inside, the pages are clean and bright and the book appears as new and unread.
This is a beautiful example of the final novel by acclaimed author le Carré. It is the mesmerising story of an encounter between innocence and experience and between public duty and private morals. John le Carré asks what you owe to your country when you no longer recognise it.

Published by Sarratt Village Books, Herts; 1999. 8vo. 64pp. First edition, first impression. Condition: Fine/Fine
Bound in original blue cloth boards with title in silver to the spine. The binding is square and tight and in very smart condition, with no marks or damage to speak of, save a touch of bumping to the spine ends. Inside, the pages are clean and bright and in beautiful condition, appearing barely read and practically as new.
The book is housed in its original first issue, pictorial dust jacket, with Sarratt Church by Moonlight to the front cover. It is in equally smart condition, vibrant and bright, with no signs of marking and with just a little wear to the corners.
In all, this is a very collectible and unusual item by le Carre a must-have for any collector of his work. It was produced by Sarratt village in order to raise funds for two local charities. It includes illustrations by local artists and contributions from le Carre, Mikhail Lyubimov, William Petre, Kurt Willinger, and Alexander… Read More

Published by Hodder & Stoughton, London; 1999. 8vo. 336pp. First edition, first impression. Condition: Fine/Fine
Bound in original cloth boards with title to the spine in gilt. The binding is square and tight and in excellent condition, with just a touch of bumping to the spine ends and a small dent to the front boards. Inside, the pages are clean and bright and free from any damage or blemishes and appearing unread.
This beautiful book is housed in its original first issue dust jacket, which is in equally smart condition, with no marks or damage to speak of, save the slightest hint of bumping to the spine and corners.
Overall, this is a Fine example of this modern first by le Carré. This novel shows le Carré at the height of his dramatic and creative powers. It is a thrilling journey of the contemporary human heart, an extraordinary tale of love, deceit, family and the triumph of humanity. This is a lovely example of this modern first, which would be an ideal addition to any collection.

Published by Viking, London; 2013. 8vo. 310pp. First edition, sixth impression. Condition: Fine/Fine
Bound in original black cloth boards with title in gilt to the spine. The binding is square and tight and in excellent condition, with no marks or damage, save a touch of bumping to the spine ends. Inside, the pages are clean and bright and free from blemishes or marks, save a couple of small stains to the top edge. The book appears practically as new and unread.
This smart book is housed in its original, first issue, dust jacket. It is vibrant and bright, with no marks or damage to speak of other than a hint of bumping to the top of the spine.
In all, this is a lovely example of this novel by le Carre, which he once described as being more autobiographical than his other works. It is set in 2008 and 2011 and follows an undercover mission undertaken by British and American intelligence forces in Gibraltar to capture and abduct a high-value jihadist arms dealer, and its consequences on two British agents.

Published by Hodder & Stoughton, London; 2004. 8vo. 383pp. First edition, first impression. Condition: Fine/Fine.
Bound in original red cloth boards with title to the spine. The binding is square and tight and in excellent condition, with just a hint of bumping to the spine ends. Inside, the pages are clean and bright and free from marks or damage, appearing practically unread.
This beautiful book is housed in its original dust jacket, which is in equally smart condition, free from any marks or damage, save a hint of bumping to the spine ends.
In all, this is a very smart, collectible example of this modern first by le Carré. This novel is a fast-paced novel that spans 56 years. It is a theatrical masterpiece of tragi-comic writing, and a savage fable of our time, almost of our hours.