THE ADVENTURE OF THE ELEVEN CUFF-BUTTONS

first edition

1918 · New York

by Thierry, James Francis
New York: The Neale Publishing Company, 1918. First edition. Very good.. First edition of the first novel-length Sherlock Holmes parody, starring "the famous detective Hemlock Holmes," by an American political pamphleteer and failed Ohio congressional candidate. 7.25'' x 5.5''. Original gilt-lettered blue cloth. 190 pages. Ownership inscription to front free endpaper dated 1920. Though no provenance markings, this copy from the library of noted Sherlockian, BSI member since 1973, and retired US magistrate judge Andrew Peck. Closed tear to upper edge of page 37. Slight lean, small spot to rear board, spine a touch toned. (Inventory #: 51421)
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