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London: Jonathan Cape, 1955.. FIRST EDITION, with 'shoot' correctly printed to page 10. 8vo. pp.256. Publisher's black cloth-effect paper over boards, titled in silver, in 'flame' design dust-wrapper by Kenneth Lewis, on heavy paper stock. No inscriptions or ownership bookplates, edges toned but not spotted, small black mark to lower edge, some rubbing to covers, jacket with usual fading/toning to spine panel, a few small chips to crown. Overall, a very good copy, presented in a bespoke black cloth clamshell. The third of the fourteen original James Bond books. Gilbert A3a (1.2)

In 'Moonraker', Ian Fleming's third James Bond novel, the British secret agent uncovers a plot by the enigmatic Sir Hugo Drax, who is building a powerful rocket capable of destroying London. As Bond delves deeper, the danger and betrayal he encounters bring him to the brink of death in this classic espionage thriller.