The Origin Of Evil

Author: Ellery Queen

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  • : 01 January 1951
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  • : Hardcover w/ dust-jacket
  • : First London Edition
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Barcode 2471725488479
2471725488479

Local Description

In original dust wrapper, with small chips top and bottom of spine, slightly sunned on front and spine, thus pale yellow rather than bright. Author inscription on front fly leaf "To remember a most pleasant hour "Ellery Queen" (Frederic Dannay)".  A scarce copy in good condition of with rare signed inscription. 

Description

This story begins with a dramatic and engaging setup involving a series of mysterious events surrounding the wealthy and enigmatic Leland. The plot revolves around the murder of a man named Charles E. “Chuck” Phelps, who is found dead under suspicious circumstances. Ellery Queen is brought in to unravel the complex web of clues and motives.