Gideon’s Trumpet by Lewis, Anthony - 1964

New York, New York: Random House, Inc., 1964. Hardcover. Near Fine/Very Good. First Edition Classic work detailing the landmark legal case that confirmed the right to defense counsel regardless of ability to afford it, winner of the 1965 Edgar Award for Best Fact Crime book and source for the 1980 Henry Fonda film by the same name. Stated First Printing with no further printings listed. Maroon boards with gilt lettering on spine show only modest wear to some edges. Tight and clean copy. Previous owner’s bookplate on inside cover. Jacket is in mylar protector and is not price clipped, with $4.95 original price still clear. Jacket edges have a couple small chips and small tears, now protected by a mylar sleeve. Light sunning to jacket edges, and one corner has penciled numbers written on back. Shipment will be insured. Packed and shipped with care.