The Black Rose - first US edition

by Thomas Costain - signed

A wonderful piece of historic fiction taking place in the 13th century. Centers around the spice clove, known as the Black Rose. A great read.

Book is red boards with black and stamped spine. Jacket is chipped at head and foot of spine about 1/4". An attempt was made to tape these areas and the bottom of the rear fold with masking tape (which I removed). The tape adhesive has bled through a bit, and can be seen, but otherwise the jacket with $3.00 price intact, is in very good condition, with trimmed corners.  A collectible copy of a difficult book to find in a first printing, non-book club edition.