Description

Title: Flying Finish
Author/Publisher: Dick Francis (Michael Joseph Ltd)
Publication Year: 1968
Format: Hardcover Book Club Edition

Flyuing Finish by Dick Francis. The Hardcover book is with its original dust jacket and is No. 173 of the Readers Book Club edition issues in March 1968 for its members. It was issued by arrangement with the original publishers, Michael Joseph Ltd.

Synopsis

Dick Francis, the esteemed master of the horse thriller, delivers another compelling narrative in his 1968 novel, `Flying Finish`. This vintage edition introduces readers to the thrilling intersection of the equestrian world and intricate crime, a hallmark of Francis’s acclaimed literary style.

Set against the backdrop of British horse racing, Francis meticulously crafts a story that combines the glamour and peril of the sport with a gripping mystery. His distinctive ability to immerse audiences in a world he knew intimately as a champion jockey elevates his thrillers beyond conventional crime fiction.

This particular printing is a Readers Book Club edition, issued in 1968 by arrangement with the original publishers, Michael Joseph Ltd. Book club editions from this era often represent early printings, offering a contemporary presentation of the author's work to a broad readership.

• Equestrian Intrigue: As a master of the 'horse thriller', Dick Francis expertly weaves intricate crime plots through the high-stakes world of British horse racing. Readers are drawn into a narrative where stable secrets and racetrack rivalries conceal darker motives.
• The Dick Francis Formula: Known for his distinctive narrative voice, Francis often features a protagonist, frequently a jockey or someone deeply embedded in the racing community, who stumbles upon a conspiracy, facing danger and moral dilemmas in equal measure.

This vintage Readers Book Club edition of `Flying Finish` offers collectors and enthusiasts a tangible piece of Dick Francis's acclaimed bibliography. It serves as a testament to his enduring appeal as a purveyor of intelligent, gripping crime fiction set against his signature backdrop of the turf.

Condition

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