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The Terrible Swift Sword by Arthur Steuer (Hardcover, 1957) 1st Edition
By Arthur Steuer
Hardcover • Secker & Warburg
Description
Title: The Terrible Swift Sword
Author/Publisher: Arthur Steuer (Secker & Warburg)
Publication Year: 1957
Format: Hardcover with Dust Jacket
Synopsis
GATSBY'S is pleased to present a first edition of Arthur Steuer's compelling novel, *The Terrible Swift Sword*, published in 1957 by Secker & Warburg. This significant work of fiction, aimed at an adult audience, plunges into the complexities of the military and war genre.
The evocative title, drawn from 'The Battle Hymn of the Republic', signals a narrative deeply engaged with themes of conflict, justice, or the inherent violence of human endeavour. As a work of fiction from the mid-20th century, it offers a particular perspective on the military experience during a period defined by recent global conflicts and evolving geopolitical tensions.
This 1957 first edition stands as a notable piece for collectors of vintage military fiction and enthusiasts of mid-century literature. Arthur Steuer's *The Terrible Swift Sword* represents a distinct voice within its genre, offering both a gripping narrative and a snapshot of its era's reflections on warfare.
Condition
This item has been professionally inspected and is in Acceptable condition. Please refer to the photographs for detailed visual assessment.
Specifications
| Format | Hardcover |
| Condition | Acceptable |
| Publisher | Secker & Warburg |
| Signed | No |
| Edition | 1st Edition |
| Subject | Miltary & War |
| Vintage | Yes |
| Language | English |
| Ex Libris | No |
| Inscribed | No |
| Book Title | The Terrible Swift Sword |
| Item Weight | 295 g |
| Personalised | No |
| Year Printed | 1957 |
| Custom Bundle | No |
| Narrative Type | Fiction |
| Intended Audience | Adults |
| Original/Facsimile | Original |
| Special Attributes | Dust Jacket |
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