Muriel Spark — The Only Problem

London, The Bodley Head , 1984. First edition. Cloth. A lovely set including the uncorrected proof and first edition of this novel of obsession by Scottish author Muriel Spark. A set of two volumes, offering both the uncorrected proof copy and first edition, first impression of 'The Only Problem' by Scottish novelist Muriel Spark. Proof copy bound in the publisher's yellow wraps. First edition bound in the original cloth, complete with the original unclipped dust wrapper.This novel follows a rich man named Harvey Gotham, who lives a solitary life in Vosges, France writing a monograph on the "Book of Job". There he is told that his estranged wife is suspected to be involved in terrorist group. Proof copy bound in the publisher's yellow wraps. First edition bound in the original cloth, complete with the original unclipped dust wrapper. Externally, excellent, with minor shelf wear. A couple minor handling marks to the proof's wraps. Dust wrapper is also excellent, with minor shelf wear. Internally, firmly bound with bright and clean Fine . Ill.: None. Fine/Near Fine.