Death In a White Tie by Ngaio Marsh First Edition Lee Furman Inc 1938. New York. A fine copy. No previous owner's inscriptions. Contents and edges free of foxing or toning. Covers are bright, clean and completely unblemished. In original VG dust jacket. Not price clipped.

"Death in a White Tie" by Ngaio Marsh is a classic murder mystery novel set in the glamorous world of London's high society. The story revolves around the murder of a young man, Charles Enderby, during a high-society ball at the home of Lady Carrados. Inspector Roderick Alleyn is assigned to the case, and as he delves into the lives of the wealthy and privileged, he uncovers a web of secrets, scandals, and rivalries that could have led to Enderby's death. With the help of his assistant, Nigel Bathgate, Alleyn must sift through the clues and red herrings to solve the case before the killer strikes again. "Death in a White Tie" is a gripping and intricate mystery that showcases Marsh's talent for crafting complex plots and compelling characters.