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Dell “map back” The Corpse Came Calling Brett Halliday 1942 Michael Shayne mystery
$54.00
CONDITION: Near fine. No loose, torn or folded pages. Faint remainder of a penciled number/price (?) on front end paper, otherwise, no writing. Appears to be unread! Small scuff in surface on front cover upper edge, glossy coating on back cover along outer edge just starting to lift a hint
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ABOUT:
Published in paperback form for the first time in 1956 by Bantam Books.
Superlative condition – you just don’t seen paperbacks from the ’50s this nice every day!
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SKU:
TCCC-42-1b
Category:
Vintage Mystery Paperbacks
Additional information
| Weight | 16 oz |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 10 × 6 × 2 in |
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