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Women's Fiction
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1961 The Pale HorseLondon: 1961A first UK edition copy of this thrilling mystery novel from Agatha Christie, with the original, bright dust wrapper. -
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1980 PuffballLondon: 1980A signed first edition of this supernatural drama novel by English author Fay Weldon, with the unclipped dust wrapper. -
1945 Death Comes as the EndLondon: 1945The second impression of this murder mystery novel, commencing in Ancient Egypt more than 4000 years ago, written by the Queen of Crime, Agatha Christie. -
2006-2016 A Trio of Works By and On Angela CarterLondon ; London ; London.: 2006-2016A unique trio of works by and on the beloved English author, Angela Carter. -
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2013 The GoldfinchLondon: 2013A signed, first edition of Donna Tartt's prize-winning, coming of age novel, with the original, unclipped dust wrapper. -
1969-77 Heroes & Villains, and, The Passion of New EveLondon ; London: 1969-1977The uncommon first impressions of the first and first U.K. editions of two novels by Angela Carter. -
2002 The Little FriendLondon: 2002An excellent, first edition example of Donna Tartt's thrilling mystery novel, with the publisher's unclipped dust wrapper. -
1963 The Bell JarLondon: 1963The first edition of Sylvia Plath's semi-autobiographical magnum opus, in the desirable publisher's original dust wrapper. -
c1878 RomolaEdinburgh: c1878An excellent copy of a new edition of George Eliot's historical novel set in Florence, in a decorative binding. -
1911-1985 The Silver Horde, The Crooked Plough, White Orchids, The World of Lady AddleNew York; London : 1911-1985A charming selection of 20th century novels from popular authors such as American novelist Rex Beach and satirist Mary Dunn. -
1860 The ProfessorLondon: 1860An early edition of the first novel written by Charlotte Bronte, alongside a selection of poetry from all three Bronte sisters. -
2008 Taking PicturesLondon: 2008A lovely first edition, first printing of Anne Enright's second collection of short stories, each with female-focused themes. -
1957-1963 Pride and Prejudice, Masefield Park, Emma and Shorter WorksLondon: 1957-1963A beautiful selection of Jane Austen's works from the Folio Society, with original illustrations for each. -
1897 Some Whims of FateLondon: 1897A very scarce copy of this work, containing five short stories from British New Woman writer, Menie Muriel Dowie. -
1908 Five NightsLondon: 1908The uncommon first edition of Victoria Cross's charming adventure romance, set in Alaska, London and San Francisco. -
1906 Woman's Folly: A NovelLondon: 1906The special limited subscription edition of this scarce feminist novel by Gemma Ferruggia, bound in half straight grain morocco. -
1767 An Additional Volume to the Letters of the Right Honourable Lady M---y W----y M-----e: Written, during her Travels in Europe, Asia and Africa, To Persons of Distinction, Men of Letters, &c. in different Parts of Europe.London: 1767A very scarce, additional volume of the letters of Lady Mary Wortley Montagu, published posthumously from "recovered manuscripts", although controversially considered to be fake. -
1862 La Vie en FamilleParis : 1862The very scarce first edition of this French novel aimed at young women which follows the lives of a Christian family. -
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2008 The Princess' BlanketsLondon: 2008A signed, limited edition of this enchanting fairy tale written by Carol Ann Duffy, with captivating illustrations by Catherine Hyde. -
1949 Love in a Cold ClimateLondon: 1949A smart first edition of this companion volume to The Pursuit of Love from English novelist Nancy Mitford. -
1973 Postern of FateLondon: 1973The first edition of this Agatha Christie novel in which an elderly Tommy and Tuppence investigate a cold case. -
1965 At Bertram's HotelLondon: 1965The first edition of Agatha Christie's intriguing detective novel set at Bertram's Hotel, as amateur sleuth Miss Marple is hoping for a relaxing London break. -
1930 A Note in MusicLondon: 1930The first edition of Rosamond Lehmann's semi-autobiographical novel based upon her marriage with the painter Wogan Phillips. -
1982-1991 5vols in 3 Daphne du Maurier: Three Novels, a Memoir and a BiographyLondon: 1982-1991A lovely collection celebrating the works and life of Daphne du Maurier, including a memoir, biography and three of her novels. -
1948 Sigh No More, LadiesLondon: 1948A humorous social commentary work on the choices of a woman's lifestyle and career post-war, with coloured illustrations throughout. -
1971 NemesisLondon: 1971The second impression of Agatha Christie's final novel to feature elderly sleuth Miss Marple, published the same year as the first edition. -
1958 Hide my EyesLondon: 1958The first edition of this intriguing work of detective fiction by Margery Allingham, in the original, unclipped dust wrapper. -
1858 The Heroines of HistoryLondon: 1858A smart new edition of this collection of writings on the heroines of history, with illustrations from Sir John Gilbert. -
1903 True LoveNew York : 1903A very scarce first edition of this critically successful romance fiction portraying the evolving of women's roles. -
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1968 Ship Island and Other StoriesNew York : 1968A signed first edition of this wonderful collection of short stories, two of which are O. Henry Award winners. -
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1992 The Lost FatherNew York : 1992A signed advance reading copy of this autobiographical fiction, based on Mona Simpson's own experiences searching for her biological father. -
1900 The Luck of a Lowland LaddieLondon: 1900A very scarce, first edition of this exciting South American adventure novel, written by Irish author May Crommelin. -
1963 The Girls of Slender MeansNew York : 1963A first US edition of this striking and unpredictable novel centred on a fictional ladies club established during the First World War. -
1944 Boston AdventureNew York: 1944An advance proof copy of the debut novel of American author, Jean Stafford, telling the story of class struggles in America. -
1944 Boston AdventureNew York: 1944An uncommon, advance proof copy of the debut novel of American author, Jean Stafford.
