Synopsis
A phone call from a man fearing a murderous death leads the baron to a complex plot of violence
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About the Author
John Creasey was the seventh of nine children born to Joseph Creasey, a coachmaker, and Ruth Creasey. They were very poor, and John suffered a bout of polio, resulting in his not learning to walk until he was six. He was ten when a schoolmaster suggested he had a gift for writing.
He was awarded the MBE (Member of the Order of the British Empire) in 1946 for services in the United Kingdom's National Savings Movement during World War II. He wrote over 565 books under 25 pseudonyms.Review
John Creasey . . . always turns out a good rackety, exciting yarn.--Chattanooga Times
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Last laugh for the Baron
Seller: Wonder Book, Frederick, MD, U.S.A.
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Condition: Good. First edition copy. . Good dust jacket. First U.S. Edition. Owner's name on inside. Writing on page edges. In protective mylar cover. Seller Inventory # N11A-03390
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Last Laugh for the Baron
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Walker & Co., New York, 1970
ISBN 10: 0802752357
ISBN 13: 9780802752352
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Seller: Lowry's Books, Three Rivers, MI, U.S.A.
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Board. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. First Edition. This book was bound in blue paper over board with black lettering on the spine. Some fading on spine and board edges. The dust jacket looks pretty good and has been placed ina a protective cover. Unfortunately someone had used tape to hold the jacket to the boards. A book plate has been affixed to the front end paper, otherwise a clean copy. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Seller Inventory # 000835
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Last Laugh for the Baron: A Walker Mystery
Published by
Walker and Company, New York, 1971
ISBN 10: 0802752357
ISBN 13: 9780802752352
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Seller: Book Nook, Cadillac, MI, U.S.A.
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Hardcover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. First U.S. Edition. Usual ex-library markings. Dj is in a taped in wrap. Book lightly cocked. Lightly bumped corners. Light soiling. Light wear. Initials inked on front endpage. Glue (not sticky) residue on front endpage. Library envelope has been partially removed from last endpage also peeling away some of top layer of page. Seller Inventory # 15267