The Burglar in the Library

A signed, first edition copy of this crime fiction novel from the popular New York set series following Matthew Scudder and Bernie Rhodenbarr. Signed by the author to the title page 'For John Harvey - So good to see you! Lawrence Block 6-97'. First edition, first impression with a complete number line. This is a second state, with the error to the first sentence corrected to 'settled'. A fine copy of this work, with extremely bright pages. This is another Bernie Rhodenbarr mystery. Rhodenbarr, a gentleman burglar, is the protagonist of many comic mystery novels. His first appearance was in 'Burglars Can't be Choosers'. In the publisher's original cloth binding. With unclipped dustwrapper. Externally, excellent with just some minor shelf wear to the head and tail of spine. Dustwrapper is also in an excellent condition with just a small crease to the head of rear wrap. Author's inscription to the title page. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are bright and clean. Fine.