A Bibliography of the Works of Dorothy L. Sayers, Colleen B. Gilbert — 1st Ed

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A Bibliography of the Works of Dorothy L. Sayers, Colleen B. Gilbert — 1st Ed

Name: A Bibliography of the Works of Dorothy L. Sayers, Colleen B. Gilbert — 1st Ed
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Publication: London, The Macmillan Press Ltd, 1979

Formatting: 8vo, pp. 263.

Condition Report: Very Good. The binding remains remarkably tight and square, featuring crisp, dark cloth boards and firm hinges that suggest the book has been gently handled. The text block is pleasingly clean throughout, showing only faint, sparse dust-spotting to the top edge, while the fore-edge remains bright and entirely free of foxing. The original dust jacket presents very well but exhibits minor shelf-wear, a touch of subtle toning to the spine panel, and light mottled dust-soiling predominantly isolated to the rear panel; crucially, it remains entirely free from significant chips, tears, or structural loss.

Catalogue Note: This is the First UK Edition of Colleen B. Gilbert's definitive bibliography of Dorothy L. Sayers, following the US edition published the year prior. The volume features a striking monochrome frontispiece portrait of Sayers positioned opposite the title page.

As a specialised academic reference work rather than a commercial trade release, this title was originally issued in relatively modest quantities.

Well-preserved copies that retain their original, intact dust jackets are uncommonly encountered on the open market, making this a highly desirable cornerstone for serious collectors of Golden Age detective fiction and Sayers's theological writings.

A comprehensive and meticulously researched reference guide, this volume charts the extensive and varied literary output of one of the twentieth century's most formidable minds. From her celebrated Lord Peter Wimsey detective novels and engaging short stories to her profound theological essays, plays, and translations of Dante, Gilbert’s work catalogues the true breadth of Sayers's genius. It stands as an indispensable resource for scholars, enthusiasts, and collectors seeking to navigate her prolific and enduring career.

Book Condition: Very Good

Book Authors: Colleen B. Gilbert

Book Publisher: The Macmillan Press Ltd

Book Language: English

Narrative Type: Non-Fiction

Genre: History

Book edition: First Edition

Signed: No

Book Pages: 263

Book Publication Year: 1979

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Book Binding: Hardcover

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Country/region of manufacture: London, United Kingdom

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