![]() ![]() Condition Report Externally Spine very good condition gilt titles to a red label, red leather onlays to full morocco spine. The classic gothic mystery which was the source for Hitchcock's haunting film. The Mystery Writers of America have named Rebecca among the top ten Mystery Novels of All Time. Rebecca is certainly Du Maurier's most famous novel and one that many others after her attempted to imitate, as a resurgence of romantic mystery novels came soon after its publication. These famous opening lines later became one of the most famous opening words ever recorded in Alfred Hitchcock's Oscar-winning 1940 film of the same name. ![]() ![]() It seemed to me I stood by the iron gate leading to the drive and for a while I could not enter, for the way was barred to me". From the first chapter: "Last night I dreamt I went to Manderley again. First edition of du Maurier's masterpiece which was later made into the Oscar-winning 1940 film directed by Alfred Hitchcock. Recently rebound in a full leather binding with red leather onlay to the spine and front board. London: Victor Gollancz Limited, 1938, First Edition First Impression. ![]()
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