This well-preserved hardcover is near fine, no marks, pages are tight and unmarked, the book is tight, square, and near fine. The dust jacket is unmarked, black cloth boards, and bright gilt lettering on the spine of the book. Everyone knows Agatha Christie as the queen of the detective novel. Hundreds of millions of her fans have greeted each one of her eighty-four mysteries with anticipatory glee. In fact, her works have been translated into more languages than Shakespeare's. But few people know that Dame Agatha longed to write something other than what was expected of her, and that by the late 1920s the need to do so had begun to unsettle her. And so in 1930, Agatha Christie, under the name of Mary Westmacott, penned what was to become the first of six romantic novels, complete with dark shadings of psychological suspense. It was not until fifteen years later that the author's true identity was revealed, though the familiar Christie trademarks —ingenious plotting, unforgettable characterizations, and crisp, lucid writing —were abundantly evident.

This beautiful first printing softcover edition is in near fine condition, with no marks or tears and only minimal shelf wear. The pages are tight, appear unread, and the book is tight, square, and unmarked.

This beautiful first printing softcover edition is in fine condition, with no marks or tears and only minimal shelf wear. The pages are tight, appear unread, and the book is tight, square, and unmarked.

These like-new hardcover volumes are in near fine condition, clean, square, and tightly bound. The pages are crisp and unmarked, and the bindings remain firm throughout. Each book is bound in faux red leather with gilt lettering and ornate embellishments on the spine and covers, complete with ribbon bookmarks that add to the charm of this beautifully produced collection. Published in 1978 by Heron Books, the Agatha Christie: Collected Works series is a highly regarded collector’s edition, presenting many of Christie’s most beloved novels in a uniform and decorative format. This particular set includes the following volumes: Dead Man’s Folly & Elephants Can Remember (Hercule Poirot mysteries) Nemesis & The Mirror Crack’d from Side to Side (Miss Marple mysteries) Endless Night & They Came to Baghdad (Standalone/Other detectives) The Mystery of Agatha Christie by Gwen Robyns (biographical volume, Doubleday & Co. Inc.)

This beautiful hardcover is in near fine condition, tight, square, and unmarked, with clean pages throughout. It features a blue cloth spine with bright gilt lettering. Charles Dickens: Great Expectations, David Copperfield, Oliver Twist, A Christmas Carol , part of the Collector's Library Omnibus Editions, showcases some of Dickens' finest works. Elegantly quarter-bound in bonded leather, this edition includes head and tail bands, a ribbon marker, gilt top edge, and illustrated front and back boards. Intricate gilt-stamped patterns decorate the spine, adding to its timeless and ornate appeal. A thoughtfully curated collection and a stunning addition to any library or bookshelf.

This well-preserved, beautiful edition is in good condition, with no marks, the pages are tight and unmarked, and the book is tight, square, and in good condition. A dust jacket is not present. The book features black cloth boards and bright gilt lettering on the spine. Seven Plays by Bernard Shaw is a collection of works by George Bernard Shaw, first published in 1912. Shaw, an Irish-born British playwright, is known for his wit, intellectual depth, and social commentary, with a particular focus on issues such as class, politics, and social justice. This collection captures Shaw’s sharp critique of society, making it an essential addition to any bookshelf for readers interested in his groundbreaking contributions to modern drama.