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Creation Date

1952

Description

Gift of Richard N. Hurley.

Publisher

Avon Books

Style/Period

Mid-twentieth century, Pulp Fiction

Culture

British

Materials/Techniques

covers (gathered matter components), paperbacks

Measurements

6.5 x 4.25 in.

Inscription

[top, left to right]: 25¢/ AVON/ they struck in the dead of night; [center]: THE CREEPERS/ JOHN CREASEY; [bottom right]: COMPLETE & UNABRIDGED]

Keywords

pulp fiction; paperbacks; covers (gathered matter components); text (layout feature); women; beds (furniture); sleeping; nightgowns; men (male humans); flatcaps; objectification; crime; night; caps (headgear)

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