An Excellent Mystery: The Eleventh Chronicle of Brother Cadfael
London: Macmillan, 1985. A first U.S. edition of the eleventh volume in the series of mystery novels featuring Brother Cadfael, Ellis Peters' iconic Crusades veteran turned monk, herbalist, and amateur sleuth set in 12th century Shrewsbury.
First Edition. Hardcover. Octavo, red paper over boards, 190pp, red endpapers. Item #900419
ISBN: 0333393139
In 1141, two monks bearing news of war and destruction arrive in Shrewsbury, where Brother Cadfael discovers that the pair harbors secrets so great that they could destroy a life, a future, and a holy order.
Mild toning to leaves, faint stain tail of spine, else fine in dust wrapper and protective mylar.
Price: $45.00
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