The Stern Chase. A Chronicle of Personal Rivalry

First edition, first impression. Some edge wear and chipping to top and bottom of jacket and spine, rubbing and a short closed tear to top front jacket, corners slightly rubbed, spine very slightly browned, some slight spotting to page fore edges. Not price clipped (21s), although price crossed out in biro and replaced by 10/-, no inscriptions, internally clean tight and square, overall a vg++ copy for its age. 256pp. The story of two young naval cadets. The writings of Commander Frank Gilbert Hackforth-Jones R.N. (1900¿1982), reflect his own love and experience of the sea and sailing. He was the author of several novels and books for children and also wrote for BBC radio, the stage and cinema.