Author: Colin Dexter Title: The Way Through the Woods. Details: London: Macmillan, 1992. First edition, first printing. Hardback. Signed and inscribed by the author directly onto the title page: "This is one of my favourites, Rupert, Colin Dexter". An exceptional, highly collectible presentation copy of the tenth novel in the critically acclaimed Inspector Morse series, which was awarded the CWA Gold Dagger Award in 1992.

Condition: Book: Fine. Bound in the original publisher's cloth with sharp corners and bright gilt spine lettering. The text block is immaculate, crisp, and tightly bound. Appears entirely unread. Dust Jacket: Near Fine. Complete with the original, unclipped price. Vibrant colours with none of the usual fading. Minimal, superficial shelf wear to the edges.

Summary

The Way Through the Woods follows Inspector Morse and Sergeant Lewis as they investigate the mysterious disappearance of a young Swedish tourist in Oxfordshire, a year after she went missing. Prompted by an anonymous poem sent to The Times, the duo re-examines the original investigation and delves into a complex web of blackmail, pornography, and murder centred around Wytham Woods. As Morse decodes the literary clues, he must untangle a series of deceptive identities and dark secrets before the killer can strike again.