Up for sale is a beautiful, highly collectible vintage copy of The Case of the Cautious Coquette by Erle Stanley Gardner, a true February 1959 1st Printing of the iconic Pocket Books Cardinal Edition (C-332). This investment-grade mass-market paperback sits in solid Very Good+ to Near Fine condition, featuring a perfectly square, completely uncreased spine and clean front and back covers with vibrant colors. The original 1950s factory-applied yellow page-edge stain remains remarkably bright and uniform across all three sides of the text block, while the interior pages are complete, tight, and crisp with expected natural aging. Perfect for vintage mystery, pulp fiction, or classic Perry Mason collectors, this exceptionally well-preserved book will ship securely packaged to protect its pristine condition in transit!

The Case of the Cautious Coquette by Erle Stanley Gardner is a Perry Mason mystery that begins with what appears to be a straightforward hit-and-run investigation. Mason's inquiries lead him to Lucille Barton, a beautiful and secretive woman who lies about key details of her past, her relationships, and a gun linked to the case. As the investigation deepens, murder enters the picture, and a web of blackmail, deception, and hidden motives emerges. When evidence—including fingerprints on the murder weapon—seems to implicate Mason himself, he must use his legal skill and investigative instincts to untangle the truth, clear his own name, and identify the real killer.

This book is in very good condition. Light shelf wear along the edges and corners of the front/rear covers as well as along the edges of the spine panel. The spine and pages are tight within the cover. Book is square and tight. There are no other marks, tears, bookplates or writing in these books. The book appears to be unread. Please review all photos for your best idea of condition. Shipping on this item will be $4.99.

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