Books

UK: Skeffington & Son, 1897. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Very Good+. The Beetle by Richard Marsh First Edition Skeffington & Son 1897. No inscriptions or signs of previous ownership. Some light scattered foxing to preliminary pages only, otherwise contents clean throughout. Covers remain bright and have no bumping to corners. No fading or toning to spine.

Written by Richard Marsh, 'The Beetle' is a supernatural tale published in 1897, overlapping with Bram Stoker's release of 'Dracula'. The novel delves into horror and mystery, involving a shape-shifting creature that terrorizes London, while simultaneously exploring themes of colonialism and cultural anxieties.

Original first editions have a dark green cloth cover with gilt lettering.