John Buchan — The Blanket of the Dark

London, Hodder and Stoughton, 1931. First edition. Cloth. A first edition copy of John Buchan's historical novel set during the reign of Henry VIII. First edition, first impression. Illustrated with map endpapers. Set during the early reign of Henry VIII, Buchan presents an intriguing view, exploring the potential consequences if the Tudors had been dethroned by a rightful blood descendant of Edward III. Written by John Buchan, a Scottish novelist, historian, and Unionist politician who served as Governor General of Canada. In the original green cloth binding. Externally, smart with minor bumping to the extremities and light fading to the spine. The odd small mark to the boards. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are very bright with the odd small spot. Further spotting and light age toning to the endpapers. Very Good Indeed . Ill.: None. Very Good Indeed .