Shroud for a Nightingale

Shroud for a Nightingale

P. D. James • Simon & Schuster

ISBN-10: 068412372X · ISBN-13: 978‑0684123721 · 1971 · Ninth Printing

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Our store also offers volume pricing for additional savings 20% off when you purchase 2 items 30% off when you purchase 3 items 50% off when you purchase 4 or more items Combined Shipping Discount: $2 each additional item Discover the gripping world of P.D. James with "Shroud for a Nightingale," a classic mystery novel featuring the iconic Commander Adam Dalgliesh. This compelling paperback edition from Fawcett Popular Library plunges readers into the dark secrets of Nightingale House, a prestigious nursing school where two students are found dead. As Dalgliesh delves into the sinister environment of medical intrigue, he uncovers a web of terror, scandal, and a cunning killer prescribing murder as a cure. Originally copyrighted in 1971, this thrilling crime novel is a must-have for collectors of vintage paperbacks and fans of classic detective fiction. P.D. James, renowned as a "new queen of crime," delivers an intricate plot filled with suspense and psychological depth. This edition offers a chance to own a piece of crime literature history, perfect for enthusiasts of British mystery, police procedurals, and the enduring legacy of one of the genre's most celebrated authors.

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