"The Croxley Master" [Pt. 1] in THE STRAND MAGAZINE (Vol. 18, No. 106; Nov 1899)

By Arthur Conan Doyle
1899

The first appearance in print of the first part (of three) of Doyle's boxing story, released during his (retrospective) hiatus from writing Sherlock Holmes stories.

Very good minus.

London: George Newnes, 1899. 9.75'' x 6.75''. Original blue pictorial wrappers. Doyle story illustrated in black and white by Sidney Paget. 363-480 pages (as issued) + ads. Though no provenance markings, from the library of noted actor and Sherlockian Curtis Armstrong. Wrappers with moderate edgewear, toning. Chipping to spine ends with long closed tear to rear joint.

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