English author and playwright (1907-1989). Among the best-known film adaptations of her works were Rebecca and The Birds, both directed by Alfred Hitchcock. Signed book: The Parasites. First edition, first printing. London: Victor Gollancz Ltd., 1949. Hardcover with dustjacket, 5.25 x 7.5, 350 pages. Signed and inscribed on the first free end page, “For Binkie, To beguile one of those train journeys, when crisis threatens. With love from Daphne. October 1949.” Mild toning to signed page and fore-edges, toning to spine, a price clip to dustjacket, and some scattered light wear and soiling to dustjacket, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.
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