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1951 Collins first edition of Eric Williams’ classic POW escape memoir, The Tunnel. A worn but complete copy of this sought-after World War II escape narrative.
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Eric Williams’ The Tunnel is a gripping World War II escape memoir and the lesser-known companion volume to his famous work, The Wooden Horse. First published by Collins in 1951, this book recounts the author’s early experiences as a prisoner of war and his attempts to escape from German captivity before the events of the better-known sequel.
This Collins first edition remains an attractive shelf copy despite its wear, bound in the original pale blue cloth boards. The Tunnel is increasingly sought after by collectors of wartime escape literature, RAF memoirs and POW narratives, particularly alongside other Eric Williams titles.
Condition – Fair
No dust jacket. Boards rubbed and faded with noticeable fading to the spine. Ink gift inscription reading “To you my darling” on the front endpaper. Tape remnants and offset marks to the inner cover and front endpaper where a protective cover or previous jacket was once attached. Foxing throughout, particularly to the prelims and page edges, with the pages heavily age-darkened. Binding remains sound and the text is complete and readable.
