London: Cassell and Company Ltd, 1942 Book. Very Good. Hardcover. Signed by Author(s). 1st Edition. The first British edition in the rare dust jacket with heavy chipping. The striking front panel is mostly complete, though. Most importantly, the book is signed and inscribed by the author: "To Wolfgang / with best wishes / from the author / Gerald Heard / 26th April 1948." A rare signature in a classic mystery novel..
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gilt: The decorative application of gold or gold coloring to a portion of a book. The edges of the text block, or an inlay in the front cover of the boards, for example.