9780718305819 - Stella and the Fireships von Styles F.R.G.S. Lt. Commander, Showell (3 Ergebnisse)

Hard Cover. Zustand: G. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: VG+. First Edition. G/VG+. 8vo. original red boards gilt (ex-library with rsms & labels to outer leaves, FFE removed, paperstock toned, spine slanted) in dustwrapper priced £7.95 net (a trifle rubbed & nicked, mild creasing); pp. 190. A good reading copy in a clean dustwrapper.

Hardback. Zustand: Very Good. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Very Good. First edition. 1st 1985. Slightly better than very good condition in a nearly fine dustwrapper. A masterly tale of fast-moving action around naval exploits at the time of Nelson. Red boards with gilt title to spine. 190 pages. Small mark to rear board. Page browning. Pictorial dustwrapper is lightly scuffed. Packaged with care and promptly dispatched!

Hardcover. Zustand: As New. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Fine. 1st Edition. Book Condition ? Fine: An unread copy that remains in almost perfect condition. Marks across the back cover of the dust jacket, but otherwise in excellent condition, no major tears, blemishes etc. and artwork popping with colour. Original red cloth binding with gilt lettering along the spine is mint. Clean text block with crisp page edges. Pages throughout are tightly bound, clean and tidy throughout save for slight discolouration towards the edges. A first edition/first printing hardback with its original dust jacket ? highly collectible as an early appearance of this mid-20th-century adventure novel, especially in intact jacketed condition which is increasingly uncommon for titles of this period. This engaging adventure novel by Showell Styles blends historical action, vivid characterization, and finely drawn maritime scenes, drawing readers into a world of high seas intrigue and daring exploits. Known for its immersive storytelling and spirited pacing, the narrative showcases the author's ability to evoke setting and tension with confidence and flair. A standout example of post-war adventure fiction, the book holds enduring appeal for readers of classic seafaring tales and British adventure writing. As a first edition/first printing hardback with its original dust jacket, this copy is particularly attractive to collectors of vintage genre fiction and 20th-century British literature.