James Purdy — In a Shallow Grave

New York , Arbor House , 1976. Paperback. A very scarce proof copy of this short story by American author James Purdy, a compassionate story centred around a love triangle between three men. A very scarce proof copy of the first edition.In the publisher's wraps.After a WWII vet, Garnet Montrose, hires two men to deliver letters to his childhood sweetheart, a love triangle forms between them.Whilst the novel is arguably ahead of its time, like many of Purdy's works, it has overt classical references running throughout thanks to the author's knowledge of Latin and ancient Greek. In the publisher's wraps. Externally, very smart. Mark to the tail of the wrap. Ink inscription correction to the publication date. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are bright and clean. Very Good Indeed . Ill.: None. Very Good Indeed .