Biggles Sets Trap by Johns W E (22 results)
Published by London : Hodder & Stoughton, 1962
- Hardcover
Seller: MW Books Ltd., Galway, IrelandMW Books Ltd.
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Add to basketBook Club Edition. Near fine cloth copy in a near-fine, somewhat edge-bumped and dust-dulled dust-wrapper. Remains well-preserved overall. Not price-clipped. Physical description; 159 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm. Notes; Number 63 in the "Biggles" series. Subjects; Biggles (Fictitious character) Juvenile fiction. Air pilots Juv…enile fiction. Adventure stories, English. Johns, W. E. (William Earl) 1893-1968. Hodder & Stoughton. 1 Kg.
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Language: English
Published by Hodder & Stoughton, London., 1962
- Hardcover
- First Edition
Seller: The Secret Bookshop, Tararua, New ZealandThe Secret Bookshop
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Add to basketHardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Mild foxing to the closed page edges. The jacket is not price clipped and has only minor rubbing. Number 63 in the series. Biggles is visited by Sir Leofric Landaville who has a surprising tale to tell. For generations his family has suffered from wh…at could be called "the curse of the Landavilles". Intrigued, Biggles and Bertie travel to Ringlesby Hall in Hampshire to hear the story (Algy and Ginger being on leave). On 22nd August 1485 at the Battle of Bosworth Field, Henry VII defeated Richard III. Henry's life was saved at the battle by a squire named Leofric Landaville who was knighted and given Ringlesby Hall with 100 acres of land and a pension of £400 in perpetuity. Ever since then, Landavilles have been dying mysterious and violent deaths and legend has it that such deaths are preceded by the croak of a Raven. Leofric's elder brother Charles has recently died a violent death after being shot, supposedly in an accident. Leofric heard a Raven croak before it happened. Biggles investigates the death and discovers it was murder. Ringlesby Hall has also been entered by an intruder. Biggles is invited to stay and sets a trap to alert him to any further entries by the mysterious intruder. Making enquiries in the locality, Biggles finds out about the De Warine family who owned Ringlesby Hall before the Landavilles. Eventually the trap is sprung and an intruder is discovered. In trying to escape, the intruder is killed in a car crash. The identity of the intruder and the explanation for the "curse" are revealed. The dust cover of the book shows Biggles sitting in a chair in Ringlesby Hall, in front of a suit of armour. Leslie Stead (illustrator).
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Language: English
Published by The Children's Book Club, 1962
- Hardcover
Seller: West Cove UK, Wellington, United KingdomWest Cove UK
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Add to basketHardcover. Condition: Very Good. Immediate dispatch from Somerset. Nice older book in good condition. Some tanning wear and marking due to age. A very nice copy. Hardcover. English. Pub Year 1962, See images for condition. About the book >.>.> Biggles Sets a Trap is a captivating detective novel by W. E. Johns. The story begins…with a seemingly innocuous conversation that prompts Biggles to embark on a gripping investigation. As the narrative unfolds, Biggles uncovers a chilling connection between a series of murders and the heirs of the Landaville family. Central to the intrigue is an ominous curse that haunts the family, adding layers of mystery and historical significance to the plot.This thrilling narrative seamlessly intertwines elements of history and excitement, allowing readers to explore the darker aspects of familial legacy and the consequences of unresolved past grievances. The profound implications of the curse against the Landaville family propel Biggles deeper into a web of treachery and deceit, as he seeks to uncover the truth behind the fatal incidents that have struck the family.Readers can expect a vivid portrayal of both character and setting, as Biggles navigates through a world laden with suspense and unexpected twists. The novel encapsulates the essence of classic detective fiction, drawing readers into a tale where every clue could lead to either revelation or danger. As Biggles races against time to solve the mystery, the stakes increase, making for a compelling and engaging reading experience. The combination of meticulous plotting, character-driven drama, and atmospheric descriptions solidifies Biggles Sets a Trap as a notable entry in the detective genre.
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Language: English
Published by The Children's Book Club, London, 1962
- Hardcover
Seller: Muswell Hill Books, London, United KingdomMuswell Hill Books
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Add to basketHardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. Book is tight, bright and clean. Blue boards with black lettering. Dust Jacket shows some light wear to edges and light grime to rear and spine. Dust Jacket wrapped in acetate - nothing adhered to book. 1st Edition 1962. Children's Book Club. Please see photos. S…tead (illustrator).
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Language: English
Published by Hodder & Stoughton, London, 1962
- Hardcover
- First Edition
Seller: Broadhursts of Southport Ltd, Southport, United KingdomBroadhursts of Southport Ltd
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Add to basketHardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Book Condition — Very Good: Some creasing and scuffs around the dust jacket, faint marks across back cover, though artwork is blemish free and pops with colour. Red cloth binding with black lettering along spine is excellent. Sticker residue across t…ext block, but otherwise clean with good edges. Pages are tightly bound, clean and tidy, Collectible for Biggles enthusiasts, particularly if it's an early edition or includes a rare dust jacket, as the series remains highly sought after by collectors. Features an inscription dated Christmas, 1964. Biggles Sets a Trap by Captain W. E. Johns is a fast-moving adventure in which Biggles and his team outwit enemy agents using clever tactics and daring action. With suspenseful plotting, aerial excitement, and a strong sense of loyalty, the story showcases the resourcefulness and bravery that define the Biggles series.
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Language: English
Published by THE CHILDREN'S BOOK CLUB, LONDON, 1962
- Hardcover
Seller: Happyfish Books, Meopham, KENT, United KingdomHappyfish Books
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Add to basketHardcover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Included. THE DUST JACKET IS RUBBED AND SLIGHTLY FADED. THERE IS SOME FOXING TO THE JACKET. THE CORNERS ARE SCUFFED AND SLIGHTLY TORN. THE SPINE IS RUBBED AND BOTH ENDS ARE SCUFFED. THERE IS A 6CM TEAR TO THE BASE OF THE SPINE. THE REAR JACKET APPEARS GRUBBY. THERE IS MILD FOXING TO THE PA…GE EDGES. THE PRICE IS UNCLIPPED. THE BOARDS ARE IN GOOD CONDITION. THE BINDING IS TIGHT. PAGES GENERALLY APPEAR CLEAN AND CREASE FREE. ALL IN ALL A NICE EXAMPLE OF THIS BOOK.
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Language: English
Published by Childrens Book Club, 1962
- Hardcover
Seller: Barely Read Books, Limpsfield, United KingdomBarely Read Books
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Add to basketHardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. Book Club Edition. Small bump to front panel top left corner light fades top and bottom of spine edges tiny bumps/creasing to top corners internally no inscription clean tight and VG. Dust Wrapper tiny rubs to spine top and corners spine a little browned not pric…e cut complete no loss tears or chips fine. Stead (illustrator).
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Published by The Children's Book Club, 1962
Seller: Cotswold Internet Books, Cheltenham, United KingdomCotswold Internet Books
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Add to basketChildren's Book Club edition. Light foxing on page edges. Spine head faded. Corners slightly bumped. Dust jacket browned; protected in removable clear film. Used - Good. Good hardback in good dust jacket Used - Good. Good hardback in good dust jacket.
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Language: English
Published by Hodder And Stoughton, 1962
- Hardcover
- First Edition
Seller: Barely Read Books, Limpsfield, United KingdomBarely Read Books
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Add to basketHardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. 1st Edition. The boards and spine are clean and straight. There are two small tape marks to rear board. There are tape marks to the end papers and inside boards. There is a small inscription to the top of the front end paper. Internally the book is clean and brig…ht and the binding is tight. Dust wrapper/ The entire jacket is clean except for a mark to the front flap. There are tape marks to the rear of the jacket, this is showing through slightly to the rear panel. Not price cut.
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Published by Hodder & Stoughton, 1962
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Seller: Quality Used Books, Pickering, United KingdomQuality Used Books
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Add to basketHardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. Book and d/j in very good condition. Not price clipped. Children's Book Club edition.
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Published by Hodder & Stoughton, London, 1962
- Hardcover
- First Edition
Seller: edward syndercombe, Pretoria, GAUTE, South Africaedward syndercombe
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Add to basketHardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. 1962 hardcover with dust jacket. 1st edition. The book is in very good condition. clean, square and tight. corners and edges sharp. The dust jacket is also very good condition. clean and bright. chipped and bumped to extremities. see photos. Stead (i…llustrator).
Published by Hodder & Stoughton London 1962, 1962
- Hardcover
- First Edition
Seller: Andrew Barnes Books / Military Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, AustraliaAndrew Barnes Books / Military Melbourne
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Add to basket1st edition hardback with dust jacket Nice copy small octavo 159pp., illusts., Nice copy in a bright slightly chipped unclipped dust jacket. Scarce.
Published by Hodder & Stoughton, Great Britain, 1962
- Hardcover
- First Edition
Seller: Broadhursts of Southport Ltd, Southport, United KingdomBroadhursts of Southport Ltd
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Add to basketHardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. 1st Edition. b&w illustrations in-text (illustrator).
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Published by Hodder & Stoughton, London, 1962
- Hardcover
- First Edition
Seller: Rooke Books PBFA, Bath, United KingdomRooke Books PBFA
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Add to basketCloth. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good Indeed. First edition. A lovely first impression 'Biggles' novel, an exciting adventure novel by Captain W. E. Johns, complete with illustrations. The first edition, first impression of this work.In the original unclipped dust wrapper.The seventy-third 'Biggles' novel…, following the exploits of the pilot and adventurer James Bigglesworth, exciting novels for younger readers.Illustrated with in-text illustrations throughout by Stead.By Captain W. E. Johns. In the original publisher's cloth binding, in the original unclipped dust wrapper. Externally, smart. Very light bumping to the head and tail of the spine. A couple of light marks to the boards. Small mark to the recto to the front endpaper. Dust wrapper is a little edge worn, with a little discolouration and some marks to the wraps, otherwise very bright. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are bright and clean. Near Fine. Stead (illustrator). book.
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Published by London: Hodder & Stoughton, 1962, 1962
- Hardcover
- First Edition
Seller: Adrian Harrington Ltd, PBFA, ABA, ILAB, Royal Tunbridge Wells, KENT, United KingdomAdrian Harrington Ltd, PBFA, ABA, ILAB
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Add to basketdj. First Edition. [Children's Adventure] FIRST EDITION, first impression. Octavo (19 x 13cm), pp.159 [1]. With six in-text black and white illustrations, as well as a vignette title page by Stead. Publisher's red cloth with black titles to spine. With the dust-jacket illustrated in colour by Stead, clipped and re-priced at 10s.… / 50p. Trivial wear; a crisp, fine copy. Biggles attempts to solve a mysterious series of murders. This copy was sold in the late 60s, just before decimalisation (original price 8/6 clipped by publisher/booksellers at the time).
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Published by Hodder & Stoughton, 1962
- Hardcover
- First Edition
Seller: Parrot Books, Hemel Hempstead, HERT, United KingdomParrot Books
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Add to basketHardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Includes dust jacket. First Edition. Near fine. Not price clipped. No inscriptions.
Published by Hodder & Stoughton, 1962
- Hardcover
- First Edition
Seller: HAUNTED BOOKSHOP P.B.F.A., CAMBRIDGE, CAMBS, United KingdomHAUNTED BOOKSHOP P.B.F.A.
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Add to basketHardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. 1st Edition. Black & white illustrations. A very light mark to free front endpaper and a few foxing marks to closed page edges. All else is extremely clean and firm inside and out. No inscriptions. A bright and complete dustjacket with very minor edge wear. Stead (illustra…tor).
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Published by Hodder & Stoughton, London, 1962
- Hardcover
- First Edition
Seller: James M Pickard, ABA, ILAB, PBFA., LEICESTER, United KingdomJames M Pickard, ABA, ILAB, PBFA.
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Add to basketHard Cover. Dust Jacket. First Edition. First UK Edition. Publisher's red boards with black lettering to the spine. Boards really bright and clean. Scattered foxing to the closed page edges (chiefly to the top and fore-edges). No inscriptions. A VG+ copy. The VG+ first issue dustwrapper (priced 8s 6d net to the inside flap) is l…ightly rubbed/creased to the spine tips but has a really clean back panel. Biggles # 63. A nice, clean copy of a moderately scarce title. Great period cover art by Stead. Photographs/scans available upon request.
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Published by Hodder & Stoughton, London, 1962
- Hardcover
- First Edition
Seller: Michael Treloar Booksellers ANZAAB/ILAB, Adelaide, SA, AustraliaMichael Treloar Booksellers ANZAAB/ILAB
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Add to basketHardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Included. First Edition. London, Hodder & Stoughton, 1962 [first edition]. Octavo, 159 pages with illustrations by Leslie Stead. Red papered boards; a very fine copy with the near-fine price-clipped dustwrapper very lightly rubbed. Number 63 is printed on the spine of the dustwrapper.
Published by Hodder & Stoughton, 1962
- Hardcover
- First Edition
Seller: O'Connell's Bookshop Est. 1957, Adelaide, SA, AustraliaO'Connell's Bookshop Est. 1957
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Add to basketHard Back. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. First Ed. No inscriptions etc. DJ has some edge rubbing and some small edge tears and is price-clipped. Please contact O'Connell's Bookshop Adelaide (est. 1957) to check availability etc. We have thousands more books in our shop than appear on line.
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Published by Hodder & Stoughton; Brockhampton Press 1949-1964, London; Leicester, 1949
- Hardcover
- First Edition
Seller: Rooke Books PBFA, Bath, United KingdomRooke Books PBFA
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Add to basketCloth. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. First edition. A selection of first edition 'Biggles' adventure novels from English novelist and WWI pilot W. E. Johns, complete with the original dust wrappers. Offering eleven first edition titles from W. E. Johns' popular Biggles series.Complete with original dust wrap…pers, unclipped except for Gets His Men and Sets the Trap. Additional clear protective wraps have been either adhered to or taped down to the original wraps. In some cases the dust wrappers as a whole have been taped down to the boards, making them difficult to remove.This prolific series centres around title character and hero, James Charles Bigglesworth, better known by his nickname "Biggles". Written by English novelist and First World War pilot, W. E. Johns.The entirety of this set includes the following:Biggles Takes a Holiday (1949) - With a colour frontispiece and seven colour platesBiggles Gets His Men (1950) - With numerous full-page illustrationsAnother Job for Biggles (1951) - With a frontispiece and four colour platesBiggles: Foreign Legionnaire (1954) - With a colour frontispiece and five colour platesBiggles" Chinese Puzzle (1955) - With a colour frontispiece and five colour platesBiggles on the Home Front (1957) - With a colour frontispiece and five colour platesBiggles on Mystery Island (1958) - With a colour frontispiece and five colour plates Biggles and the Poor Rich Boy (1961) - With a colour frontispiece Orchids for Biggles (1962) - With a colour frontispieceBiggles Sets a Trap (1962) - With numerous full-page black-and-white illustrations Biggles and the Black Mask (1964) - With numerous full-page black-and-white illustrations Collated, complete. In the original cloth bindings. With the original dust wrappers, all unclipped except for 'Gets His Men' and 'Sets the Trap'. Externally, condition of the majority of the volumes are unknown due to difficulty removing taped-down dust wrappers, however with shelf wear to 'Biggles Gets His Men', fading and a couple marks to 'Orchids' and only minor shelf wear to 'Foreign'. Dust wrappers are edge worn, with chipping to the spine heads and tails and handling marks to the extremities. With a larger chip to the front cover of 'Chinese Puzzle'. Occasional small closed tears to the edges. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are generally bright and clean, with offsetting to the endpapers. Occasional ink inscriptions (mostly ownership) to the front free endpapers. Occasional spots to 'Holiday' and spots to the endpapers of 'Black Mask'. With library stamp to title page of 'Black Mask'. Very Good. Leslie Stead; Alfred Sindall (illustrator). book.
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Published by Hodder & Stoughton, 1962
- First Edition
Seller: Cotswold Internet Books, Cheltenham, United KingdomCotswold Internet Books
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Add to basketFirst Edition. 1962 1st edition with B&W illustrations by Stead; tightly bound in red cloth with black lettering to spine; pale mark to front cover close to spine with another on spine itself. Dust jacket not price-clipped and protected by removable clear film; slightly discoloured back panel listing the other 62 titles; a bit o…f wear and tear to edges and corners. Page fore-edges lightly discoloured with a little foxing; otherwise, a clean, tidy copy. Used - Very Good. VG hardback in good dust jacket Used - Very Good. VG hardback in good dust jacket.
