Mrs Harris M.P. by Paul Gallico (1965 Heinemann First Edition)

Published by William Heinemann in London in 1965, Mrs Harris M.P. is the fourth and final novel in Paul Gallico’s much-loved Mrs Harris series. Following her adventures in Paris, New York and Moscow, the irrepressible Ada Harris now finds herself unexpectedly entering British politics.

InMrs Harris M.P. Mrs Harris becomes involved in the life of a struggling London neighbourhood, her common sense, warmth and determination soon attract the attention of the public. Before long she finds herself standing for Parliament, bringing her unique brand of honesty and compassion to Westminster. As with the earlier Mrs Harris books, Gallico combines humour, kindness and social observation to create a delightful and memorable story.

This is the true first Heinemann edition Mrs Harris M.P. of 1965, complete with the striking original blue dust jacket featuring Big Ben and Mrs Harris silhouetted against the London skyline. Early British editions of the Mrs Harris books remain collectible, particularly complete sets of the four titles.

Condition – Very Good

Very Good hardcover in a Fair to Good clipped dust jacket. The dust jacket remains visually attractive but has moderate rubbing, edge wear and areas of loss along the front panel, spine and lower edge, likely caused by insect damage. The jacket is clipped. The brown cloth boards with gilt spine lettering remain clean and sound. The text block edges show foxing, with lighter foxing to a few preliminary leaves, but the book is otherwise clean and firmly bound.