Description: Things Fall Apart, Chinua Achebe First American edition, first printing of Achebe's debut novel and a central text of of African post-colonial literature. In the first state binding and first state jacket with no reviews to back panel. New York: McDowell, Obolensky, 1959. Publisher's original brown cloth with patterned green paper strip to front cover, spine lettered in green and red; pp. (iv), 215, [2]. A very good or better copy in a very good, price-clipped dust jacket. Binding remains sturdy and square, minimal wear and rubbing to boards with a few instances of faint discoloration. Foxing to text block edges, light discoloration to topstain. Offsetting and foxing to endpapers, else internally clean and fine. Jacket shows light general shelfwear with a closed tear near spine heel, reinforced on verso. A nice copy, protected in archival mylar. Based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, The Rare Book Sleuth is a rare and antiquarian book dealer specializing in modern first editions, signed copies and notable rarities. As a proud member of the ABAA, the Rare Book Sleuth adheres to the highest standards of professionalism in the field. Terms PayPal and credit cards are accepted. All items are shipped within 3 business days, fully insured via USPS. Expedited and international shipping is also available. All books are guaranteed as described and returnable for any reason within 30 days.
Price: 1250 USD
Location: Saint Paul, Minnesota
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Binding: Hardcover
Special Attributes: 1st Edition
Publisher: McDowell, Obolensky
Subject: Literature & Fiction
