1968 Black Jack, Leon Garfield, Hardcover. Measures about 8.5" by 5.5". 243 pages. Very good condition. No dust cover.
Own a piece of literary history with this authentic 1968 first UK edition of "Black Jack". This 243-page hardcover, published by Longmans Young Books, tells the macabre and thrilling tale of Tolly, a young apprentice who inadvertently saves the life of a massive rogue named Black Jack after a botched hanging. The story takes readers on a journey through the seamiest parts of old London, from traveling circuses to private madhouses, as Tolly and the villainous Black Jack form an unlikely partnership.
Leon Garfield was celebrated for his rich, Dickensian prose, and this novel remains one of his most beloved works, even inspiring a 1979 film adaptation. This volume is an ideal choice for collectors of mid-century children's literature, fans of historical thrillers, or as a unique gift for a library or book lover. While this copy is missing its original dust jacket, the green cloth boards remain in very good condition, and the interior features the original black-and-white line drawings that bring Garfield's dark vision of the 1700s to life.
This item is vintage,over 55 years old. While it appears to be in very good condition, there is the possibility I may have missed a minor detail. In the unlikely event I missed a major flaw I would reach out prior to sending it.
