signed first edition Hardcover
1989 · Franklin Center
by Naipaul, V.S.
Franklin Center: Franklin Library, 1989. First edition. Signed by Naipaul as issued. "Special Message" by Naipaul. Frontispiece by Bart Forbes. Gilt-stamped leather-covered baords, all edges gilt, satin pagemarker. Issued without dustjacket. In softcover slipcase. The slipcase has bumped corners, a two inch closed split at one edge, small closed edge tear and beginning edge toning; it's in Good condition. The book's upper board cornesr are lightly bumped, but still sharp. Unread copy in Near Fine condition. Hardcovers. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Naipaul's tenth and perhaps his most read non-fiction book.
(Inventory #: 110728)