Gaston Leroux — The Bride of the Sun

London, Hodder and Stoughton, 1916. First edition. Cloth. An uncommon first U.K. edition of this lesser known fantasy novel set in Peru by Gaston Leroux. The first U.K. English edition of this uncommon work.A lesser known novel by Gaston Leroux, author of 'Phantom of the Opera', a fantasy adventure set in Peru. 'The Bride of the Sun' follows a young couple who hope to marry soon, but get drawn into an intrigue where they believe a virgin bride is going to be sacrificed. Originally published in French in 1912 as 'L'Epouse du Soleil&apos.Four pages of publisher's adverts to the rear. In the original publisher's cloth binding. Externally, smart. Small mark to the front board. Spine is a little discoloured and lightly rubbed. Minor bumping to the head and tail of the spine and to the extremities. Front hinge is starting but firm. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are bright and clean. Prior owner's ink inscription to the title page. Very Good . Ill.: None. Very Good .