Hardback. 1st US Edn. A work of fiction featuring 'Jane the Ripper'. Ripperologist Melvin Harris, described 'Duchess' as a key work that helped create the Clarence and Gull Ripper myths. 241pp. 8vo. h/back. Lightly browned fore-edge o/w Vg+ with bright gilt lettering to sp. and gilt crown to fr. cover. Scarce.