Peter Dickinson — Walking Dead

London, Hodder and Stoughton, 1977. First edition. Paperback. A scarcely found uncorrected proof of Peter Dickinson's mystery novel. This scarcely found uncorrected proof of acclaimed author Peter Dickinson's weird mystery novel 'Walking Dead', explores the writers typically strange style, with Dickinson best known for his books for children which garnered him two Carnegie Medals. Uncorrected proof of first edition. An excellent showcase of weird mystery writing, Dickinson's 'Walking Dead' embodies the eccentric style that made him popular with adults and children alike. In the publisher's original pre-publication paperback binding. Externally, generally smart, with handling marks to the boards, and creasing to the spine causing slight cocking. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are generally bright and clean, with some spotting to the top, bottom and fore edge of the text block, not affecting the text, and some handling marks in places. Very Good . Ill.: None. Very Good .