First edition, first impression. [2], 245, [5]pp, with colour plate frontispiece and further line drawings in text. In blue cloth-covered boards with black lettering front and spine. 12mo. Boards a little rubbed and rounded at corners and spine ends with a smattering of small white spots. Faint toning to text block edges and endpapers else internally neat, clean and tight. Â
The fifth Billy Bunter story.
Dust wrapper now protected in an archival-quality Mylar sleeve fitted without the use of tape or adhesives.
Frank Richards was one of the many pen names of Charles Hamilton (1876-1961), one of the most popular and prolific authors of boy's school stories and long-running series stories featuring recurring characters. Perhaps best known for the Greyfriars School stories featuring Billy Bunter, he also created St Jim's School starring Tom Merry and Rockwood School, under the pen name Owen Conquest. We have many Charles Hamilton books in stock and can offer generous discounts to those ordering more than one book at a time - please inquire. Â
