Description
A first edition, first printing of The Possessions of a Lady by Jonathan Gash, published by Collins in 1981. This is a near fine copy, signed and dated by the author to the title page in black ink, in black cloth bound boards with gilt title to the spine, some browning and spotting to the text blocks, spotting throughout the preliminary pages. The fine unclipped wrapper bright and crisp.
The Possessions of a Lady by Jonathan Gash is a thrilling mystery novel featuring Lovejoy, a roguish antiques dealer with a knack for detecting forgeries. Set in the picturesque English countryside, Lovejoy investigates a complex case involving a missing heiress, valuable antiques and dangerous criminals. The story is rich with Gash’s characteristic wit, detailed knowledge of antiques and colourful characters, offering readers an engaging blend of suspense, humour and insight into the world of antique dealing.
