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Modern Fiction
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2002-2004 3vol The Old Kingdom Series: Sabriel; Lirael; AbhorsenLondon: 2002-2004The first UK editions of the first three novels in the best-selling Old Kingdom fantasy series. Sabriel is signed by Nix. -
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2004 2vol The Icarus GirlLondon: 2004; 2005A set of two first editions, including the uncorrected proof copy and one signed copy, of Oyeyemi's intellectual modern horror. -
1943-1949 A Collection of W. E. Johns' 'Worrals' NovelsLondon: 1943-1949A bright collection of titles from W. E. Johns' aviator series, 'Worrals', including three first impressions. -
1942 Sinister Service, The Adventures of Lance Lovell, Counter-Espionage OfficerLondon: 1942The first edition of this thrilling WWII novel from 'Biggles' author W. E. Johns, following the adventures of a British counter-espionage officer. -
1951-1953 A Collection of W. E. Johns' 'Biggles' Novels ('Flying Jacket' Series)London: 1951-1953A smart collection of Biggles novels from this 'Flying Jacket' series of editions. All complete with the original unclipped dust wrappers. -
1952-1963 A Collection of Biggles NovelsLondon: 1952-1963A bright collection of six Biggles adventure novels from W. E. Johns, including a first edition of 'Biggles Flies to Work'. -
1949-1964 A Collection of First Edition Biggles NovelsLondon; Leicester : 1949-1964A selection of first edition 'Biggles' adventure novels from English novelist and WWI pilot W. E. Johns, complete with the original dust wrappers. -
1943-1961 Thirteen First Edition Biggles NovelsLondon: 1943-1961A wonderful collection of thirteen thrilling adventure novels from Capt. W. E. Johns, all first editions about his much loved pilot 'Biggles'. -
1949-1963 A Collection of W. E. Johns' Biggles Adventure NovelsLondon: 1949-1963A smart mixed-edition selection of W. E. Johns' popular air-adventure series, four of which are first impressions. -
1993-1996 2vol Green Mars and Blue Mars By Kim Stanley RobinsonLondon; New York: 1993-1996A two volume set of the latter novels of the science fiction Mars trilogy by Kim Stanley Robinson, in the original unclipped dust wrappers. -
1942-1950 4Vols Four Worrals Novels by Captain W. E. JohnsLondon; Redhill : 1942-1950A smart illustrated four-volume collection of Worrals novels from the celebrated creator of “Biggles," blending wartime aviation heroics and post-war intrigue, with three first editions and one newly illustrated edition. -
1946-1952 3 Vols Three First Edition Gimlet Adventures by Captain W. E. JohnsLondon: 1946-1952A first-edition trio of post-war espionage adventures starring Johns’s commando hero “Gimlet” King, richly illustrated across the run and penned by the ex-RAF author best known for creating “Biggles.” -
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1992-1998 3vol Novels By Robert HarrisLondon : 1992-1998An action packed three volume set of first edition novels by Robert Harris, in the original unclipped dust wrappers. -
1935-1941 7Vols Collection of Biggles NovelsLondon: 1935-1941A seven volume set of Captain W. E. Johns' Biggles novels from 1935 to 1941, most of which first edition, all in the original publisher's pictorial cloth with illustrations by Howard Leigh and Alfred Sindall. -
1950 Doctor Vane Answers the CallLondon: 1950The first edition of this short-story collection from W. E. Johns', centring around amateur criminologist Dr. Augustus Vane. -
1899-1928 10 Vols A Collection of Rudyard Kipling First Editions and Uniform Edition ReprintsLondon: 1899-1928A ten-volume collection of Rudyard Kipling’s works, including three first editions, showcasing his fiction, stories, and speeches. -
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2003-2010 4 Vols The Bartimaeus Trilogy and Bartimaeus: The Ring of SolomonLondon: 2003-2010A signed four-volume set of Jonathan Stroud’s acclaimed Bartimaeus novels, the first editions, first impressions, comprising the complete signed trilogy and the unsigned prequel. -
1911 The Ingoldsby Legends or Mirth And MarvelsLondon : 1911A fantastic collection of myths, legends, ghost stories and poems, with colourful illustrations throughout. -
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1935 Man About the HouseLondon: 1935An uncommon copy of this signed limited edition novel from John Hampson, being one of the titles available from the 'Grayson Books' series. -
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1930 Morning SorrowLondon: 1930A signed first edition of John Rothenstein's only novel, 'Morning Sorrow'. -
1901-1904 Lysbeth; Pearl-Maiden; Stella FregeliusLondon: 1901-1904A smart trio of classic novels from British writer H. Rider Haggard, comprising two first UK editions and one true first edition. -
1906-1907 The Way of the Spirit & Fair MargaretLondon: 1906-1907Two first edition historical-adventure novels from prolific British writer H. Rider Haggard. -
1901-1905 5 Vols Works by Maurice HewlettLondon; Westminster : 1901-1905A smartly bound five-volume collection of first editions and reprints by Maurice Hewlett, in full green crushed morocco, a signed binding by Hatchards. -
1939 Ten Little N-----S (And Then There Were None)London: 1939A wonderful first edition of Agatha Christie's masterpiece, the best-selling mystery novel of all time. This first edition retains the controversial original title, which was later changed to 'And Then There Were None'. -
1931 Love and Foxes in YamatoKobe : 1930A limited first edition of this charming short-story collection exploring Japanese life. One of 500 copies printed on Japanese hand-made paper. -
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2003-2005 5Vols Works by G. P. Taylor Including Shadowmancer and WormwoodLondon: 2003-2005A varied five-volume collection of G. P. Taylor works and ephemera, including two signed special editions, a signed Limited Edition Collectors Book, and the Shadowmancer comic, complete with the original Shadow-Mania promotional mouse mat. -
1914 The Man Upstairs and Other StoriesLondon: 1914The scarce first edition of P. G. Wodehouse's early collection of short stories, a miscellaneous collection of tales about love and romance. -
1909 Love Among the ChickensLondon: 1909The first US edition of P. G. Wodehouse's humorous novel about two friends attempting to run a chicken ranch, illustrated by Armand Both. -
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2001-2006 6Vols Pure Dead and Deep SeriesLondon: 2001-2006A complete six-volume signed first edition, first impression, set of Debi Gliori’s Pure Dead and Deep series, delightfully gothic and humorous tales following the chaotic Strega-Borgia family. -
1935 The Luck of the BodkinsLondon: 1935A bright first edition of P. G. Wodehouse's entertaining and humorous novel following the love life of a young man named Monty Bodkin. -
1913 An English Girl in TokyoLondon: 1913A scarce illustrated novel set in Tokyo during the Russo-Japanese War, inspired by the author's own service as a nurse in Japanese hospitals. -
1921 Indiscretions of ArchieLondon: 1921A wonderful first edition of this New York City set humorous tale from P.G. Wodehouse, following a young man's attempts to impress his father-in-law. -
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2001-2010 9 Vols Eoin Colfer’s Artemis Fowl SeriesLondon; New York: 2001-2010A nine volume collection of works from Eoin Colfer's lauded Artemis Fowl series, with one advance copy, and all but one copy signed by the author. -
1939-1982 Collected Works of Dornford YatesLondon: 1939-1982An impressive collection of thirty-four novels by Dornford Yates, nine of which are first editions, and all of which retain the original dust wrapper. A biography of the author is also present. -
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2003-2005 5 Vols The Spiderwick Chronicles with Notebook and Scarce Promotional Trading CardsLondon: 2003-2005A near-complete, first edition, first impression set of The Spiderwick Chronicles, with all but one volume signed by both Holly Black and Tony DiTerlizzi. -
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1995-2010 Realm of the Elderlings: Farseer Trilogy; Liveship Traders; Tawny Man Trilogy; Rain Wild ChroniclesLondon: 1995-2010A wonderful set of the first UK editions of the first eleven novels or Robin Hobbs' 'Realm of the Elderlings' series, with four volumes flat signed by Hobb herself.