Inspector Ghote's First Case

Keating, H. R. F.

ISBN 10: 0749079703 / ISBN 13: 9780749079703

Published by Allison & Busby Limited, 2008

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Keating, H. R. F.: INSPECTO GHOTE'S FIRST CASE London, England: Allison & Busby Limited 2008. FIRST EDITION Full number line. As New / As New 281 PP. 8vo. Black publisher's cloth with gilt title on the spine. In the original unclipped dust jacket. Text is clean and clear. The pages are clean and square. This piece is unmarked and in wonderful condition.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Inspector Ghote's First Case
• Publisher: Allison & Busby Limited
• Publication Date: 2008
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0749079703
• ISBN 13: 9780749079703
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: As New
• Dust Jacket Condition: As New

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Synopsis

Newly-promoted Inspector Ghote is thrilled to be granted casual leave until he takes up his post, as it allows him to spend time with his heavily pregnant wife, who is desperate to watch a showing of "Hamlet" at the cinema. Their plans are ruined, however, since Sir Rustom Engineer requires Ghote to investigate the suicide of his friend's wife. Worried about his wife's imminent delivery, Ghote nevertheless travels to the home of Mr. Dawkins, where he is unconvinced by the story of Iris Dawkins' death. Especially when he recognises the officer in charge, Darrani, well-known for his close-mindedness. Ghote is determined to investigate further, with a Hamlet-esque awareness of how deceiving appearances can really be...