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FEBRUARY AUCTION

FEBRUARY AUCTION

Lot 300A: A Collection of Vintage Agatha Christie Paperback Novels including The Secret of Chimneys

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Buyer's Premium:

A collection of mid-20th century mass-market paperback books primarily featuring detective fiction by Agatha Christie. The group includes various titles such as The Secret of Chimneys, The Murder on the Links, Peril at End House, The Big Four, The Murder of Roger Ackroyd, The Hollow, and Murder in the Mews. Imprints include Fontana Books, Great Pan, Penguin Books, and Collins. The volumes feature illustrative cover art characteristic of the period and include pre-decimal British currency markings such as 2/6 and 3/6. The collection is housed in a cardboard shipping carton.


Condition report:

The items show visible signs of wear consistent with age and handling. Notable defects include creased covers, edge rubbing, shelf wear, and some toning to the pages.

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