Item #2022-M318 Parker, Gilbert. Tarboe: The Story of a. Life.

Parker, Gilbert.

New York and London: Harper & Brothers, 1927. 1st Edition. Hardcover. From the jacket: 'Not only is this latest novel by Sir Gilbert Parker one of absorbing and dramatic quality, but it is a literary tour de force. For Tarboe is a living man, perhaps the most accomplished gambler of his period, well known to the author over a long period of years; and as a result we have an analysis of his complex character and a first hand account of his adventures unique in modern fiction.' Stated first edition. In a barely clipped jacket, leaving the price, illustrated with woodcuts by Harry Cimino. Blue covers with orange writing, pages tanned. [i-xiv], 1-196 pages. 13.5 x 19.5 cm. Very Good / Very Good. Item #2022-M318

Price: $75.00

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