The Revenge of Moriarty by John Gardner; Published by Putnam in 1975 as a First American Hardcover Edition

The Revenge of Moriarty by John Gardner First American Edition 1975 Hardcover with Original Dust Jacket Sherlock Holmes Related Novel

Book Title: The Revenge of Moriarty
Author: John Gardner
Publisher: J. P. Putnam's Sons
Year: 1975
Edition: First American Edition 1975
Binding: Hardcover Cloth Binding
Dust Jacket: Original Dust Jacket
Approximate Dimensions: 6" Wide x 8 5/8" Tall x 1 3/8" Deep
Number of Pages: 308
Provenance: Estate Purchased
Condition Grade: Fine to Very Fine Condition
Condition Description: This First American Edition of The Revenge of Moriarty by John Gardner is in Fine to Very Fine condition. The dust jacket remains bright with light edge wear and minor crinkling along the top edge. No major tears observed. Corners show minimal bumping. Boards are clean and square. The binding is tight. Pages are clean with light natural toning consistent with age. Overall, this is a highly presentable collector copy. Please refer to photos for more detail.

Product Description: Offered here is a First American Edition 1975 hardcover copy of The Revenge of Moriarty by John Gardner, published by G. P. Putnam’s Sons.

This novel continues Gardner’s exploration of Professor James Moriarty following The Return of Moriarty. Set within the extended Sherlock Holmes universe, the book expands the late Victorian underworld narrative and remains a respected part of the Gardner Moriarty series.

This copy retains its original $8.95 price on the dust jacket and is not a book club edition. The jacket displays strong color and clear spine lettering. The book is square, tight, and clean, indicating careful prior ownership.

First edition Sherlock Holmes related material maintains steady collector interest, particularly clean jacketed copies from the 1970s.

More Information / Collector's Note: John Gardner’s Moriarty novels are well regarded among Holmes enthusiasts for their historical atmosphere and continuation of Conan Doyle’s characters. First American Editions with original price intact are more desirable than later printings or book club issues.

This example stands above average circulating copies due to its clean interior and strong dust jacket presentation.

Authenticity: Original Piece, not a Reproduction

The Revenge of Moriarty by John Gardner; Published by Putnam in 1975 as a First American Hardcover Edition depicted in photos is the one you are purchasing.

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