The Accident, Dexter Masters, Cassell & Co., 1955

The Accident by Dexter Masters is a powerful mid-twentieth century novel rooted in the anxieties of the atomic age, drawing on the author's own experience as a science writer closely connected with nuclear research. First published in 1955, the book explores the human and ethical consequences of a radiation accident at a secret atomic facility, combining suspense with serious reflection on science, responsibility and the nuclear era. A notable early work of atomic-age fiction, the novel was later adapted for cinema by Joseph Losey in 1967.

The Accident, by Dexter Masters.

Published by Cassell and Co Ltd., London. 1955 first edition.

A near fine black cloth hardback with gilt title to spine. With a very good dustjacket. Some wear and a few small nibbles along upper and lower edges. Not price clipped. The jacket now housed in clear, protective, removable plastic. Soundly bound.

Small bookseller's sticker to first pastedown, along with previous owner's name and address in ink. Text is clear and bright throughout. No spotting.

Text in English.

408pp.

Dimensions: approx 205mm high x 140mm wide x 43mm deep.

Weight: approximately 466g (unpacked).