It Walks by Night by John Dickson Carr First Edition Harper & Brothers 1930. London. Small neat contemporary date inscription to ffep. Lightly foxed prelims. Contents clean and unblemished throughout. Covers are VG. In original G+ dust jacket with portion of front flap missing.

"It Walks by Night" is a mystery novel by John Dickson Carr, first published in 1930. The story is set in 17th-century France and follows Henri Bencolin, a brilliant detective, as he investigates a series of gruesome murders that appear to be the work of a supernatural creature. The novel combines elements of Gothic horror and classic detective fiction, creating a thrilling and atmospheric tale of murder and intrigue. Carr's evocative prose and clever plotting keep readers on the edge of their seats as they follow Bencolin's efforts to unravel the mystery and unmask the true killer, all while navigating a world steeped in dark legends and chilling folklore.