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What a pleasant surprise for Stout fans. A hitherto-unpublished work has been uncovered, and the book is a prime example of why Stout's popularity has endured. A motley gang of gentlemanly ne'er-do-wells hangs about in the lobby of Manhattan's Lamartine Hotel, casting ardor-filled glances at beauteous Miss Lila Williams and regaling each other with tales of their impressive--and mostly fictional--exploits. The gentlemen know Miss Lila would never return their admiration, but at least they can protect her from less well intentioned swains. Imagine their chagrin when handsome John Knowlton arrives on the scene and immediately gains Lila's doe-eyed admiration. When the gang finds a shady secret in his past, they try to force him to vamoose. What happens next is touching, sweet, funny, and thoroughly delightful. Stout transports readers back to a time when the world seemed more innocent, a man's good name was a valuable asset, and happily-ever-after was a reasonable goal. An unexpected treasure from one of the grand masters of mystery, this vintage Stout is a fine acquisition for all collections.
Rex Stout (1886-1975) was the creator Nero Wolfe, one of the most popular detectives ever. His other books include A Prize for Princes and Under the Andes, both available from Carroll & Graf.
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Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Condition: Very Good. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 15260648-6
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Condition: Good. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 5300452-6
Seller: HPB-Ruby, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
paperback. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Seller Inventory # S_454372689
Seller: ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Paperback. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0786707291I3N00
Seller: ThriftBooks-Atlanta, AUSTELL, GA, U.S.A.
Paperback. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0786707291I3N00
Seller: Basement Seller 101, Cincinnati, OH, U.S.A.
paperback. Condition: As New. Seller Inventory # 241002122
Seller: Orielis' Books, CHAPEL HILL, NC, U.S.A.
Mass Market paperback. Condition: Very Good. Second Edition. Corners bumped, slight edge wear and rubbing. A fairly tight, attractive copy. ; 7¾" - 9¾" Tall; 265 pages; Rex Stout's first novel, originally written in 1913 (during his first writing career), was never published in book form until 1997. "Prefiguring the devices and charades of the celebrated Nero Wolfe mysteries, Rex Stout's first detective novel follows the fortunes of the pretty, young Lila Williams, a telegraph operator at New York's swank Lamartine Hotel, as she becomes unwittingly enmeshed in the operations of a counterfeiting ring. For nothing here is quite what it seems, not even the safety Lila thinks she finds in the arms of the man who quickens the beat of her heart.". Seller Inventory # 8630
Seller: Hamelyn, Madrid, M, Spain
Condition: Good. : Her Forbidden Knight es la primera novela de Rex Stout, escrita originalmente en 1913 y rescatada décadas después para el deleite de sus seguidores. La trama sigue a Lila Williams, una operadora de telégrafos en el lujoso Hotel Lamartine de Nueva York, quien se ve envuelta involuntariamente en una red de falsificación mientras es cortejada por un grupo de caballeros cuyas intenciones no son lo que parecen.Esta obra prefigura los ingeniosos mecanismos y personajes que más tarde harían famoso a Stout con su serie de Nero Wolfe. Esta edición incluye además el relato adicional 'Out of the Line', que nunca antes había sido publicado en formato de libro, ofreciendo una visión fascinante de los inicios literarios del autor en el género del misterio y el romance. EAN: 9780786707294 Tipo: Libros Categoría: Literatura y Ficción Título: Her Forbidden Knight Autor: Rex Stout Editorial: Carroll & Graf Pub Idioma: en Páginas: 265 Formato: tapa blanda. Seller Inventory # Happ-2026-02-24-30bdfdad
Seller: William L. Horsnell, Aylesford, NS, Canada
Paperback. Condition: Very Good +. 2nd Printing. An uncreased spine with very light edge rubbings. No store stamp. Seller Inventory # 006948
Seller: Phatpocket Limited, Waltham Abbey, HERTS, United Kingdom
Condition: Good. Your purchase helps support Sri Lankan Children's Charity 'The Rainbow Centre'. Shows some signs of wear but in good overall condition. Our donations to The Rainbow Centre have helped provide an education and a safe haven to hundreds of children who live in appalling conditions. Seller Inventory # Z1-U-033-01709
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