Dexter (Colin) [Inspector Morse Series], 14 vol., first editions, The Remorseful Day a later impression, the rest first impressions, all with signed presentation inscriptions from the author to a friend, Tom, some browning to one or two vol., original cloth, some toning to edges, dust-jackets, tape repairs to a few jackets, spine ends and extremities lightly nicked or rubbed, otherwise a very nice complete run of the Inspector Morse series, 8vo, 1975-98

*** "I wonder if you'll ever really know, Tom, how wonderfully encouraging it's been for me to have a few faithful fans such as yourself around".

Each volume contains personal and affectionate inscriptions to his friend. Tom's admiration of Colin Dexter extended to him inviting the BBC to adapt the novels for television. Also with a heartfelt signed autograph letter from Colin Dexter to his friend Tom announcing the death of the author's brother, John, dated 25. xi. '08. Dexter writes of "ill feeling" in the family which led to him not being invited to John's funeral, but expresses his thanks to Tom "for your happy and memorable friendship with brother John. And know how very much it meant to him". A commemorative pamphlet from John Alfred Dexter's funeral is also included.