The Flood, by Ian Rankin. Two signed first editions.
The Flood is the debut novel by acclaimed crime author Ian Rankin, first published in 1986 by Polygon. The book showcases Rankin's nascent talent for weaving intricate narratives and developing compelling characters, setting the stage for his future success with the Inspector Rebus series.
Set in the rural village of Carsden in Scotland, The Flood explores themes of isolation, secrets, and the inescapable pull of the past. The story follows Mary Miller, a young woman shunned by her community, and her son Sandy, as they navigate the complexities of life in a small, tightly-knit town. Rankin's evocative prose and keen observations of human nature are evident, even in this formative novel. A significant book in the history of Tartan Noir.
These volumes include the first edition hardback, published by Polygon 1986, and the first edition of the paperback edition of the book from the same year.
The hardback copy is good, with some water staining and boards pulling slightly. Ranking has signed the book on the sticker overlaying a old stock code.
The paperback is fine, with some light wear and knocks. This copy comes with a signed portrait of Rankin laid in.
The Flood is the debut novel by acclaimed crime author Ian Rankin, first published in 1986 by Polygon. The book showcases Rankin's nascent talent for weaving intricate narratives and developing compelling characters, setting the stage for his future success with the Inspector Rebus series.
Set in the rural village of Carsden in Scotland, The Flood explores themes of isolation, secrets, and the inescapable pull of the past. The story follows Mary Miller, a young woman shunned by her community, and her son Sandy, as they navigate the complexities of life in a small, tightly-knit town. Rankin's evocative prose and keen observations of human nature are evident, even in this formative novel. A significant book in the history of Tartan Noir.
These volumes include the first edition hardback, published by Polygon 1986, and the first edition of the paperback edition of the book from the same year.
The hardback copy is good, with some water staining and boards pulling slightly. Ranking has signed the book on the sticker overlaying a old stock code.
The paperback is fine, with some light wear and knocks. This copy comes with a signed portrait of Rankin laid in.
The Flood is the debut novel by acclaimed crime author Ian Rankin, first published in 1986 by Polygon. The book showcases Rankin's nascent talent for weaving intricate narratives and developing compelling characters, setting the stage for his future success with the Inspector Rebus series.
Set in the rural village of Carsden in Scotland, The Flood explores themes of isolation, secrets, and the inescapable pull of the past. The story follows Mary Miller, a young woman shunned by her community, and her son Sandy, as they navigate the complexities of life in a small, tightly-knit town. Rankin's evocative prose and keen observations of human nature are evident, even in this formative novel. A significant book in the history of Tartan Noir.
These volumes include the first edition hardback, published by Polygon 1986, and the first edition of the paperback edition of the book from the same year.
The hardback copy is good, with some water staining and boards pulling slightly. Ranking has signed the book on the sticker overlaying a old stock code.
The paperback is fine, with some light wear and knocks. This copy comes with a signed portrait of Rankin laid in.
