signed by the author

Item Condition:   This is a hardcover 1^st print / 1^st edition, signed by the author in Very Good condition. There are no names, bookplates or stamps from previous owners inside. The binding is sound and the pages are clean with some tanning to the edges. The hardcover is in nice condition with some bumping to the spine and corners (see photo #11). There is minor shelfwear to the dustjacket, with a small tear at the top front corner (see photo #5), and is now in a protective cover.