Scarce. 1952 First edition hardback in good condition with a unclipped dust jacket also in good condition. Green cloth boards guilt titles on spine, the spine is tight and secure all pages are clean no marks or markings, showing signs of yellowing , front flap is not price clipped , now protected in a removable clear plastic sleeve. Joan Butler was the pseudonym of Robert William Alexander. Alexander used this penname for his satirical style, which echoed other much loved authors such as P. G. Wodehouse and Thorne Smith. Set Fair is indicative of this satirical style and tells the story of a group of individuals in Caipan, in the Caribbean Sea. This is a lovely copy of a sort after first edition book that will enhance any collection. Sold and Posted from the UK