This is a first edition copy published by Collins in 1946. 

"Dead and Alive" by Hammond Innes takes readers on an exhilarating journey filled with mystery and adventure. David Cunningham's return to the Cornish coast to reflect on a wartime love affair unravels a compelling and enigmatic quest. From the picturesque Cornish landscape to the vibrant Mediterranean, the novel navigates a path fraught with danger and intrigue.

As David Cunningham becomes entangled in the treacherous world of racketeering in Naples and explores the desolate hills near Tivoli, he encounters a woman whose past is shrouded in tragedy. Hammond Innes's masterful storytelling propels readers through a gripping narrative filled with unexpected twists and turns. "Dead and Alive" is a captivating tale that will keep you on the edge of your seat as you accompany David on his thrilling and perilous journey into the unknown.