First Edition Novels by George V. Higgins

A thrilling five volume set of first editions by crime author George V. Higgins, including a signed copy. A fantastic collection of first edition novels by George V. Higgins, one of which being a signed copy.Higgins was an American author, lawyer, newspaper columnist, raconteur and college professor who authored more than thirty books.Best known for his bestselling crime novels, Higgins' writing style is noted for his realistic dialogue, a style reminiscent of the stories of mid-20th century writerJohn O'Hara.This set includes:1980 Kennedy for the DefenseThe first edition of the work. In quarter cloth binding. In the original unclipped dust wrapper.1985 Penance For Jerry KennedyThe first UK edition of the work. In full cloth binding. In the original unclipped dust wrapper.1996 Sandra Nichols Found DeadThe very scarce first edition of the work. In full cloth binding. In the original unclipped dust wrapper.1988 Wonderful Years, Wonderful YearsA signed first edition copy. Signed by the author to the title page. In full cloth binding. In the original unclipped dust wrapper.1991 VictoriesThe first UK edition of the work. In full cloth binding. In the original unclipped dust wrapper. In cloth bindings. In the original unclipped dust wrappers. Externally, excellent. Light shelf wear to head and tail of spine of Wonderful Years, Wonderful Years and Victories. Dust wrapper sare very smart. Sunning to wrap of 1985 Penance For Jerry Kennedy. Shelf wear to extremities of Wonderful Years, Wonderful Years and Victories wrap. Denting to front of Victories wrap. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are bright and clean. Light age toning to pages of 1985 Penance For Jerry Kennedy. Author's signature to title page of Wonderful Years, Wonderful Years. Near Fine.…