Stephen Barlay - The Ruling Passion

London, Hamish Hamilton, c1982. First edition. Paperback. A very scarce uncorrected proof of writer Stephen Barlay's novel. This very scarce uncorrected proof of writer Stephen Barley's 'The Ruling Passion' is a novel from a writer who escaped Hungary during the revolution against Soviet rule, and was noted predominantly for his non-fiction including 'Double Cross' in 1973 about industrial espionage that was later adapted by the BBC. Uncorrected proof of first edition. Undated; dated using publication date. A humorous writer, Barlay's impressive literary skill is showcased in 'The Ruling Passion&apos. In the publisher's original uncorrected proof binding. Externally, generally very smart, with some very minor shelf wear to the head and tail of the spine and extremities, and some minor handling marks to the spine and boards. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are bright and clean. Near Fine . Ill.: None. Near Fine .

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