Bernard Newman — Death to the Spy

London, Victor Gollancz LTD, 1941. Cloth. An uncommon and thrilling spy novel by Bernard Newman, set on the eve of the Second World War. An uncommon work.Signed by the author to the half-title, dated 13/10/42.'Death to the Spy' is a thrilling spy novel in which a group of Italians working in Corsica are suspected of espionage. Newman's recurring characters Papa Pontivy and his self-named Captain Newman are called in to investigate.Written by Bernard Newman, a prolific author noted for his spy and mystery fiction, and for his non-fiction travel work. He was the great-nephew of George Eliot.The fourth impression, published in May 1941. In the original publisher's cloth binding. Externally, smart. Spine is faded, with a little light fading to the extremities. Minor bumping to the head and tail of the spine and to the extremities. A few small marks to the boards and spine. Gift inscription to the recto of the front endpaper. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are lightly age-toned and clean. Very Good Indeed . Ill.: None. Very Good Indeed .