THE Sunday Gentleman

This copy of "The Sunday Gentleman" is in fair condition. The dust jacket is poor, with significant tears and wear, particularly on the front cover. The book's spine and pages are intact, showing typical signs of age but no major damage. Overall, it remains a readable and collectible first printing edition.

"The Sunday Gentleman" by Irving Wallace, published by Simon and Schuster in 1965, is a first printing edition that offers a fascinating portfolio of essays exploring unusual people, places, and events. Wallace, known for his bestsellers such as "The Man" and "The Prize," delves into intriguing subjects ranging from the Japanese head of the Geisha union to the French detective likened to Sherlock Holmes. This edition, published in New York, is a compelling collection for those interested in diverse cultural narratives and historical anecdotes. The book's scarcity as a first printing adds to its collectible value, although it is out of print. The physical condition includes a poor dust jacket with significant tearing, but the book itself remains intact, making it a worthwhile addition for collectors of unique non-fiction works.