Nightspawn. London: Secker & Warburg, 1971. First Edition. Pp, 223. A near fine copy in pictorial dust jacket.

Banville’s second novel featuring the anti-hero Benjamin White. Banville would later write crime novels under the pseudonym Benjamin Black.

Written in Banville’s signature lyrical prose, the novel blends existential musings with noir elements, exploring themes of identity, betrayal, and the elusive nature of truth & showcases Banville’s early talent for intricate storytelling and stylistic brilliance.