Description
A first edition, first printing of A Fairly Honourable Defeat by Iris Murdoch, published by Chatto and Windus, London in 1970. A near fine book free from internal inscriptions, some bumping to the spine tips, mild toning and spotting to the text block. In a near fine unclipped wrapper with fading to the spine, pushing to the spine tips, and strips of toning to the exposed flap edges, some toning and spotting internally. Jacket design by John Sergeant.
A Fairly Honourable Defeat by Iris Murdoch is a psychological novel exploring deception, morality and the fragility of relationships. It follows Julius, a manipulative intellectual who orchestrates a cruel experiment to test human nature, targeting the seemingly stable marriage of Morgan and Tallis. As lies unravel, betrayals emerge and ideals are tested, the novel examines love, goodness and the ease of destruction. Murdoch’s sharp character studies and philosophical depth make it a gripping, thought-provoking read.
