Dick Francis — High Stakes
London, Michael Joseph, 1975. First edition. Cloth. A first edition novel by popular writer Dick Francis. Richard Stanley "Dick" Francis CBE FRSL (31 October 1920 Â 14 February 2010) was a British steeplechase jockey and crime writer, whose novels centre around horse racing in England, while also featuring a variety of locations and occupations. "This book takes a look at several all-too-possible fiddles and frauds, some of them funny, some vicious, but all of them expensive for the fall guy." In a black cloth binding in an unclipped dustwrapper in an acetate protective covering. Externally, smart with just minor shelfwear. Dustwrapper is smart with just minor edgewear. Spine is slightly cocked and sunned. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are bright and clean. Very Good Indeed . Ill.: None. Very Good Indeed/Very Good Indeed.
