1st edition. ~ Cloth, dj, VG/G. x+329pp, b/w frontis, 14pp b/w plates, index, near fine copy in a edge worn & rubbed dustjacket. ~ Biography of Angelo Roncalli who in 1958 aged 77 became Pope John XXIII.

Condition: Very Good - in Good DJ. DJ a little faded, notably on spine, and slightly shelf-worn. Inscription on ffep. Top edges dusty and some light spotting to foredges. Internally bright and clean. :: Further Information: Scarce UK edition of this book. 273pp. Size: 8vo Large Post (21 x 13cm Approx.) Jacket Designed by Eric Fraser. Dust wrapper in protective, removable sleeve. ::