Moonraker by Ian Fleming, First UK Edition, Second State, 1955
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Moonraker by Ian Fleming, First UK Edition, Second State, 1955
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- Dimensions:Height: 8.88 in (22.56 cm)Width: 6.38 in (16.21 cm)Depth: 1.94 in (4.93 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1955
- Condition:Additions or alterations made to the original: New archival clamshell case by Keith Felton of Felton Bookbinding, Ltd. in Ontario, Canada, in October 2021. Previously, dust jacket has some restoration, including portions recolored, and some work in facsimile by the past owner, unknown date. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading.
- Seller Location:Colorado Springs, CO
- Reference Number:Seller: BK08041stDibs: LU909725918552
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