First edition, first impression. xiv, 414, [2]pp. In blue cloth-covered boards with black and gilt motif on front panel, gilt titles on spine with black faux labels. 8vo. Cloth very gently worn at edges, top text block edge dust darkened, hint of creaminess to pages. In its original illustrated dust jacket, gently bumped at edges, minor chipping at corners, couple of small edge nicks, short closed tear on inner front flap. Dust jacket now protected in a Brodart-style sleeve, fitted without the use of tape or adhesives. A historical novel set in the times of Charles I.
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