signed Hardcover
1979 · Franklin Center
by Shaw, Irwin
Franklin Center: Franklin Library, 1979. First Franklin Library limited edition. Signed by Shaw as issued. "Special Message" for this edition by Shaw. Illustrated by Dennis Lyall. Gilt-stamped leather-covered boards, all edges gilt, satin pagemarker, tissue insert for signed page. Issued without dustjacket. Includes the publisher's "Notes from the Editors" booklet for this title . "Notes" is 22 pp with black and white photographs; stapled printed wraps. All contained in the publisher's unopened card case with embossed unbroken seal as issued with the original mailing carton. The mailing carton has an inked-out address; the card case has few shallow creases. All else is as issued in Fine condition. Shaw's first novel originally published in 1948 and basis for the 1958 Edward Dmytryk directed film with Marlon Brando, Montgomery Clift, Dean Martin and Hope Lange. Uncommon as such.. Signed by Author. Hardcovers. Fine/Not Issued. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.
(Inventory #: 4141)