Modern First Edition 4-Book Lot: Interviewing Matisse (signed), Caleb's Crossing (signed), Cloud Cuckoo Land (ARC), Wandering Star (ARC)
Various Publishers.
A 4-book lot of modern first edition books, two of which are signed.
1. Interviewing Matisse by Lily Tuck signed first edition, first printing: Publication year 1991. Publisher Alfred A. Knopf, New York. First Edition, First Printing, as designated by First Edition printed on copyright page. A near fine, signed hardcover copy, light green paper-covered boards, black cloth spine with gold stamping. The spine is straight and tight. Dings/wear on bottom board edges from shelving. Corners rounded, board top edges faded from sun. Not ex-library, no previous owner markings, book plates, or remainder marks. Author signature only on full title page in black ink. This book was signed at the 2013 Texas Book Festival, at which the author was presenting. Bright, near fine unclipped dust jacket ($18.00 price intact). Top of folds are darkened from sun exposure and have minor bending, rubbing on covers from typical shelving. Encased in Brodart Quik-Fold, acid-free polyester jacket cover.
2. Caleb's Crossing by Geraldine Brooks signed first edition, first printing: Publication year 2011. Publisher Viking Press, New York. First Edition, First Printing as designated by full number line (beginning with 1) printed on copyright page. A fine hardcover copy, gray paper-covered boards/spine with gold stamping. The spine is straight and tight. Bottom board corners very slightly bumped, wear/dings on bottom board edges from shelving. Not ex-library, no previous owner markings, book plates, or remainder marks. Author signature, date in year of publication, and inscription to previous owner on title page in black ink. Included is flyer from event at which this book was signed. Bright, fine, unclipped dust jacket ($26.95 price intact). Encased in Brodart Quik-Fold, acid-free polyester jacket cover.3. Cloud Cuckoo Land by Anthony Doerr advance reader's edition: Publication year 2021. Publisher Simon and Schuster, New York. First Edition, First Printing, as designated by full number line (beginning with 1) printed on copyright page. A fine, softcover copy, white decorative wraps. Cover corners just short of sharp. Includes publisher's marketing letter. No dust jacket, softcover. Encased in Brodart protective book cover.
4. Wandering Star by Tommy Orange "special bookseller preview edition" advance reader's edition: Publication year 2024. Publisher Alfred A. Knopf. First Edition, First Printing as designated by advance reading copy status and First Edition printed on copyright page. A fine, softcover copy, blue wraps with orange and white lettering. Book is square and solid, spine is tight. Cover corners have minor bending/bumps. Not ex-library, no previous owner markings, book plates, or remainder marks. No dust jacket, softcover.
Shipped in well-padded box. See description / See description. Item #1862Price: $38.00