PARRISH, Randall. Contraband. (NAUTICAL FICTION). Chicago: A. C. McClurg and Co., 1916.

First Edition. The Kinneys wrap-around dustjacket art and illustrations. World War One set nautical adventure novel of intrigue and mystery, listed in Hubin as a marginal mystery. "The scene is laid almost entirely on the high seas, first on the private yacht of the Copper King, then on a big freighter, filled with contraband of war, attempting to run the blockade. With the sinking of this vessel the action passes to a gruesome death ship, laden with treasure and horrors." Near Fine in nearly Very Good dustjacket, top rear panel with some centimeter deep chipping, top spine end with dime sized chip. Uncommon in original illustrated dustjacket.

Price: $150.00