Snow Goose, The – Paul Gallico
VG/VG Later Print

For sale: a Rare and Exceptional second edition, later printing hardcover copy of The Snow Goose by Paul Gallico in a new archival wrap. Second Edition described, September 1963 Knopf. Fourteenth Printing August 1978 stated.

The book is in Very Good condition with bright boards with a few spots, strong title ink on a square spine, a few marks on the page blocks, tight binding, mild spine tilt, mild edge wear, and rubbed  corners. The interior of the book is in Very Good  condition with the five line gift inscription of the previous owner on the reverse side of the first free end paper. No other marks, inscriptions, or other signs of ownership inside. The rear end paper is clean and the interior pages are clean and lightly toned, making it an excellent addition to any collection.

The dust jacket is in Very Good condition with the price cut from the front flap, mild surface wear, heavy edge wear, large chips on the corners and spine ends and two closed tears on the back.  Looks great in a new Brodart archival wrap.

The moving wartime story of friendship and heroism, set against the dramatic backdrop of the World War II Battle of Dunkirk. In 1940, with England at war, the birds depart early from the shores. The man, too, is called away by his duty as an Englishman to help evacuate the soldiers stranded on the beaches of Dunkirk. A moving tale of love, war, bravery, and sacrifice.