Animal Farm – George Orwell
NF/NF Illustrated 1

For sale: a rare illustrated hardcover edition, first printing of Animal Farm by George Orwell. Second Illustrated Edition described, 1993 Knopf. First Printing with complete letter line A B C D E.  Illustrated by Joy Batchelor and John Halas

The exterior of the book is in Near Fine condition with clean, bright boards, strong title ink on a straight spine, lightly foxed page blocks, tight binding, mild spine tilt, rolled spine ends, mild edge wear, and lightly bumped corners. The interior of the book is in Near Fine condition with no marks, inscriptions, or any other signs of ownership. The end papers and the interior pages are clean and lightly toned, making it an excellent addition to any collection.

The dust jacket is in Near Fine condition with mild surface and edge wear, and the price on the front flap. Looks great in a new Brodart archival wrap.

This story of a group of barnyard animals who revolt against their vicious human master, only to submit to a tyranny erected by their own kind, is a universal drama.