Iris Murdoch ‘The Nice and the Good’ (John Ward Dust-Jacket) (1968) (First Edition)

A work of coruscating moral brilliance, The Nice and the Good revolves around a happily married couple, Kate and Octavian, and the friends of all ages attached to their house in Dorset. The novel deals with love in its many aspects, as embodied in a fascinating array of characters. The resonant sub plot involves murder and black magic in Whitehall, as the novel leads us through stress and terror to a profoundly joyous conclusion. Hardback. First edition in original dust-jacket designed by John Ward. Condition: Light edge-wear to dust-jacket with small mark to rear panel, otherwise very good.