IN THE SHADOW.
London: Elkin Mathews & Marrot Ltd., 1929. Octavo, pp. [1-8] 9-184, original black cloth, spine stamped in orange. First edition. Signed inscription by Robbins dated in 1932. A novel about death and dying. "Funereal novel, an extended memento mori examining conflicting emotions of family members as they take successive turns at a death-watch through the night. A sombre book that effectively captures the emotional pain of grief and loss." – Robert Knowlton. [Reference: Ashley, Who's Who in Horror and Fantasy Fiction, p. 154. Hubin (1994), p. 685]. Ring stain to front cover, corners soft with some mild wear, mild wear to head of spine, some flaking to spine lettering but largely intact. A very good copy. Scarce signed. (24548). Item #24548
Price: $250.00