{"product_id":"beggars-banquet-ian-rankin","title":"Beggars Banquet, Ian Rankin 1st Edition","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Report: \u003c\/strong\u003eFine: The book is close to As New. It remains bright and attractive, but could show minor imperfections to the boards and\/or dust jacket. Its pages are typically clean and unmarked.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e**tear to bottom of dust jacket\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCatalogue Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e A \"Fine\" condition copy of the true first edition, first impression of Ian Rankin's acclaimed short story collection. Published by Orion in 2002, this volume is a key acquisition for Rebus collectors, as it marks the first book appearance for several of these tales, including seven stories featuring the iconic Edinburgh detective. This copy is in excellent, well-preserved condition, featuring a strong, tight binding and a clean, sharp interior. It represents a significant collector's item for those curating a complete Ian Rankin library. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeggars Banquet is a masterful collection of twenty-one short stories that highlight the breadth of Ian Rankin’s storytelling. Moving beyond his traditional novel format, these tales explore suburban murders, the dark corners of the human psyche, and the gritty realities of crime. The collection includes the Dagger Award-winning story \"Herbert in Motion\" and the substantial novella \"Death Is Not the End,\" which offers a profound look at Inspector Rebus. Whether you are a dedicated follower of the Rebus series or a newcomer to Rankin’s atmospheric, suspenseful world, this collection provides a compelling look at the hallmark of great British crime writing. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Broadhursts Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54012413149523,"sku":"4331","price":19.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/1469\/6787\/files\/20260616_112444.jpg?v=1781625279","url":"https:\/\/broadhurstsbooks.com\/products\/beggars-banquet-ian-rankin","provider":"Broadhursts Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}