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The Case of the Crumpled Knave
by Anthony Boucher
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- Fine/Very Good
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About This Item
USA: Simon & Schuster, 1939. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Fine/Very Good. The Case of the Crumpled Knave by Anthony Boucher First Edition Simon & Schuster 1939. New York. No previous owner's inscriptions or markings. Contents unblemished throughout and free of foxing or toning. Covers are bright, fine and have no bumping to corners or darkening to spine. In original near VG dust jacket with no fading. "The Case of the Crumpled Knave" by Anthony Boucher is a riveting detective novel featuring the brilliant sleuth, Fergus O'Breen. Set in the bustling city of San Francisco, the story unravels when a renowned Shakespearean actor is found dead under mysterious circumstances. As O'Breen delves into the case, he uncovers a web of deceit, jealousy, and long-held grudges within the theater community. With his sharp intellect and keen observations, O'Breen navigates through the labyrinthine plot, deciphering clues and unmasking the true culprit. Boucher's masterful storytelling keeps readers on the edge of their seats as they unravel the secrets behind the crumpled knave's demise.
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- Bookseller
- Brought to Book Ltd
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- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 007440
- Title
- The Case of the Crumpled Knave
- Author
- Anthony Boucher
- Format/Binding
- Hardcover
- Book Condition
- Used - Fine
- Jacket Condition
- Very Good
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- 1st Edition 1st Printing
- Publisher
- Simon & Schuster
- Place of Publication
- USA
- Date Published
- 1939
- Weight
- 1.43 lbs
- Keywords
- The Case of the Crumpled Knave by Anthony Boucher First Edition Simon & Schuster 1939
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