The Snow Tiger is a fast-paced Cold War–era thriller by acclaimed British suspense writer Desmond Bagley, best known for blending meticulous technical detail with high-stakes adventure.
Set against the icy, remote landscapes of Iceland, the novel follows journalist Alan Stewart, who is drawn into a dangerous investigation involving espionage, sabotage, and a mysterious experimental aircraft known as the “Snow Tiger.”
Bagley’s hallmark style is on full display: taut plotting, credible engineering detail, and a lone, resourceful protagonist navigating both hostile terrain and human threat. The stark Nordic setting adds an atmospheric edge, making this one of Bagley’s most distinctive later novels and a favourite among thriller collectors.
Confirmed First Edition, first published 1975, Original Collins hardcover issue.
One of Bagley’s final novels (he died in 1983), adding to long-term collectability.
The Snow Tiger by Desmond Bagley (1975) First Edition
Author: Desmond Bagley
Title: The Snow Tiger
Publisher: William Collins Sons & Co Ltd
Place of Publication: London, England
Year: 1975
Edition: First Edition
Format: Hardcover with dust jacket
Pages: 287 pages
ISBN: 0 00 221049 5
Condition: Dust Jacket: Price clipped (see dust jacket flap). Noticeable edge wear, creasing, small losses and scuffing. Appears water stain to inside dustcover. General age-related handling wear. Book: Blue cloth boards with gilt spine lettering. Light rubbing to edges. Binding firm. Pages clean with mild age toning. Overall Condition: Good
