Eric Chaim Kline, Bookseller

Eric Chaim Kline, Bookseller

The Asphalt Jungle

New York: Alfred A. Knopf, 1949. First edition. Hardcover. Ex-library. 8vo. 271,[1],pp. Decorative paper-covered boards in original illustrated dust jacket. Back cover of dj with a b/w reproduction of a photograph of the author and his wife Whitney. Title-page vignette. "Burnett paints an unforgettable panoramic picture of the metropolitan night world as he unfolds the story of a relentless, big-scale man-hunt, filled with suspense that does not let up until the very end... The Asphalt Jungle is unquestionably Burnett's best book." Some sunning on binding. Minor creasing, rubbing and few closed tears on dj. Glue remnants from library card pocket, "File Copy" sticker and stamp, as well as "Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Library, Culver City" stamp on free front endpaper. Same stamp on bottom margin of five pages throughout. Tight copy in overall good condition. Stated first edition. g. Item #24000

Price: $185.00

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