Description
1973 edition. Paperback cover has some moderate wear along the sides, scuffs and bending. Spine has some reading creases and wear. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.
This well-worn copy of Dennis Wheatley’s “The Shadow of the Tyburn Tree” bears the marks of a cherished read. Published in 1973, it transports readers to 18th century London, where the infamous Tyburn Tree loomed as a grim symbol of public executions. Wheatley, a master of historical fiction, meticulously recreates the era’s dark underbelly, weaving a tale of intrigue, romance, and the occult against the backdrop of the city’s criminal underworld. As a prolific writer of supernatural fiction, Wheatley’s works often explored the intersection of the arcane and the historical, captivating readers with his vivid storytelling and extensive research. This particular edition offers collectors a glimpse into the enduring appeal of Wheatley’s gothic thrillers, which continue to inspire new generations of readers and writers alike.