Ruth Barbara Rendell, Baroness Rendell of Babergh was a prolific English author of thrillers and psychological murder mysteries, best known for the recurring character of Chief Inspector Wexford. She also wrote more than a dozen novels under the pseudonym of Barbara Vine.The collection is comprised 21 items dating from 1984 to 1992, specifically, 11 books, 3 letters, 4 commemorative envelopes, 1 note, 1 photo, and 1 typescript excerpt.3 Letters:â ¢ TLS (form letter) to Ben B. Braude, 25 June 1985, with envelope, telling Braude that he can get a list of her works by writing to Pantheon. â ¢ ALS, 22 April [1992], to an unknown correspondent with reference to the BBC productions of The House of Stairs and Fatal Inversion. â ¢ TLS to Gil Moody, 17 January 2011, apologizing for the difficulty in getting books sent to her for her autographing. 1 Note:â ¢ Note on Rendell's letterhead, "It's a pleasure to sign your first-day covers. Ruth Rendell". 1 TypeScript Excerpt:â ¢ Signed ts. on Rendell's letterhead, 1 p., first paragraph ("Scorpio is metaphysics.") of The Lake of Darkness (1980).11 Books:â ¢ The Killing Doll. New York: Pantheon Books, 1984. Black paper boards, quarter bound in silver cloth, in dust jacket (minor tear), signed first American edition in very good condition. â ¢ Live Fresh. London: Hutchinson, 1986. Dark blue paper boards in dust jacket, signed first English edition in mint condition. â ¢ The Bridesmaid. New York: Mysterious Press, 1989. Softcover in fine condition. Advance reading copy of the first American edition. One of 500 copies signed by the author on a tipped in card affixed to the verso of the front cover. With a promotional leaflet about the book. â ¢ Barbara Vine, Gallowglass. New York: Harmony Books, 1990. Brownish purple boards, quarter bound in black cloth. First American edition. Fine in fine dustwrapper. Inscribed by the author. â ¢ Kissing the Gunner's Daughter. New York: Mysterious Press, 1992. Dark grey and black paper boards in dust jacket, signed first American edition in mint condition. â ¢ Simisola. New York: Crown Publishers, 1995. Black paper boards in dust jacket, signed first American edition in mint condition. â ¢ Barbara Vine, Astapäevaraamat [Asta's Book]. Tallinn: Eesti Raamat, 1996, trans. Matti Piirimaa, pictorial paperback, signed by Rendell on the title page and also with the signature of Greg Gatenby, the Canadian author and founder of the Harbourfront Reading Series and International Festival of Authors. â ¢ A Sight for Sore Eyes. New York: Crown Publishers, 1998, publication date March 1999, uncorrected softcover proof copy, signed on the title page, with an editorial promotional squib written on the front free endpaper. â ¢ Harm Done. London: Hutchinson, 1999. Black paper boards in dust jacket, first English edition in almost mint condition, with an undated and signed ALS addressed Dear Brian (probably Brian Mackenzie, Baron Mackenzie of Framwellgate) re his getting well, sending him reading matter, and looking forward to seeing him in the House.â ¢ Barbara Vine, The Minotaur. New York: Shaye Areheart Books, 2005. Dark orange and light grey paper boards in dust jacket, signed first American edition in mint condition. â ¢ The Monster in the Box. New York: Scribner, 2009. Red and black paper boards in dust jacket, signed first American edition in mint condition.4 Commemorative Envelopes:â ¢ Commemorative envelope signed, Famous Personalities (4 women authors) Europa 1980, post-marked 9 July 1980. â ¢ 2 Commemorative envelopes ("The first in First Day Covers"), crime novelist Ruth Rendell, Colchester 6.8.96, signed by Rendell, cover nos. 479 and 2172 (with card issued by Benham) of 2500, 2 copies. â ¢ Commemorative envelope re 20th century women of achievement portraits of genius, Cupar, Fife, RNLI official postmark, signed by Rendell. 1 Colour Photo:â ¢ Colour photo of Rendell, verso has biographical information about her, issued by Benham circa 1991. Collection on consignment. Seller Inventory # 8693
Title: Ruth Rendell collection
Publication Date: 1992
Binding: No binding & hard cover
Book Description Condition: Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. Small Tears to the Dust Jacket, Slipcase, or cover. Seller Inventory # wbs7420845567
Book Description Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Seller Inventory # GOR003768689
Book Description 12 x 19, 1113 pp., broché, très bon état. Oeuvres complètes de Ruth Rendell, au Masque, tome 4 seul; présentation de François Rivière. Seller Inventory # 96213
Book Description 12 x 19, 1182 pp., broché, très bon état. Oeuvres complètes de Ruth Rendell, au Masque, tome 2 seul; présentation de François Rivière. Seller Inventory # 96211
Book Description Paperback. Condition: Good. 3 Boxed books in good condition. Cover has some wear. Creasing present. Discolouration present. Box is in an acceptable condition with some shelf wear. Seller Inventory # E0158764
Book Description Condition: Very Good. 1712039107. 4/2/2024 6:25:07 AM. Seller Inventory # U9780099522461
Book Description 3rd Edition or Higher. Near fine paperback copies; edges very slightly dust-dulled and nicked. Remains particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, and clean. Physical description: 4 vol. ; 19cm. Titles: Master of the Moor ; The Speaker of Mandarin ; Live Flesh ; A Sleeping Life. Notes: Various editions and dates of publication, 3rd edition or higher. Subjects: Detective and mystery stories -- Fiction. 2 Kg. Seller Inventory # 299889
Book Description Condition: New. Seller Inventory # 33810535-n
Book Description Compact Disc. Condition: new. Compact Disc. Seven full-cast dramatisations of psychological thrillers from the ever-popular Ruth RendellFull-cast dramatisations of seven of Ruth Rendell's tense psychological thrillers.This collection includes-The Bridesmaid- A beautiful stone statue and her living double lead Philip into a nightmare of obsession and murder.Going Wrong- Besotted with his childhood sweetheart, Leonora, psychopathic Guy Curran will do anything to make her his.King Solomon's Carpet- London's Underground links a group of misfit housemates and is the catalyst for a devastating crime in this compelling tale, written under the pseudonym Barbara Vine.People Don't Do Such Things- A suburban couple befriend a charismatic novelist, but their relationship soon slips into sinister territory.The Fever Tree- On safari in South Africa, Ford and Tricia find the tensions in their marriage exacerbated by the unforgiving wilderness.The Dreadful Day of Judgment- Clearing up an abandoned cemetery, John, Gilly and Marlon's personal demons come to the fore.Thornapple- Poison enthusiast James becomes captivated by the ruthless Meribel on a visit to her wealthy aunt.Among the casts of these seven suspenseful adaptations are Jamie Glover, Mark Strong, Reece Shearsmith, Paul Rhys, Danny Sapani and Juliet Aubrey.Duration- 7 hours approx. Full-cast dramatisations of seven of Ruth Rendell's tense psychological thrillers.Among the casts of these seven suspenseful adaptations are Jamie Glover, Mark Strong, Reece Shearsmith, Paul Rhys, Danny Sapani and Juliet Aubrey. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9781787533721
Book Description Compact Disc. Condition: new. Compact Disc. Seven full-cast dramatisations of psychological thrillers from the ever-popular Ruth RendellFull-cast dramatisations of seven of Ruth Rendell's tense psychological thrillers.This collection includes-The Bridesmaid- A beautiful stone statue and her living double lead Philip into a nightmare of obsession and murder.Going Wrong- Besotted with his childhood sweetheart, Leonora, psychopathic Guy Curran will do anything to make her his.King Solomon's Carpet- London's Underground links a group of misfit housemates and is the catalyst for a devastating crime in this compelling tale, written under the pseudonym Barbara Vine.People Don't Do Such Things- A suburban couple befriend a charismatic novelist, but their relationship soon slips into sinister territory.The Fever Tree- On safari in South Africa, Ford and Tricia find the tensions in their marriage exacerbated by the unforgiving wilderness.The Dreadful Day of Judgment- Clearing up an abandoned cemetery, John, Gilly and Marlon's personal demons come to the fore.Thornapple- Poison enthusiast James becomes captivated by the ruthless Meribel on a visit to her wealthy aunt.Among the casts of these seven suspenseful adaptations are Jamie Glover, Mark Strong, Reece Shearsmith, Paul Rhys, Danny Sapani and Juliet Aubrey.Duration- 7 hours approx. Full-cast dramatisations of seven of Ruth Rendell's tense psychological thrillers.Among the casts of these seven suspenseful adaptations are Jamie Glover, Mark Strong, Reece Shearsmith, Paul Rhys, Danny Sapani and Juliet Aubrey. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9781787533721