Description
For sale: a Very Rare and Exceptional first Edition, first printing of The Annotated American Gods by Neil Gaiman in a new archival wrap. First Edition stated, 2019 Wm. Morrow. First Printing with complete number line 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1. Annotated and illustrated by Leslie S. Klinger.
The book is in Near Fine condition with clean, bright boards, strong title on a straight spine, clean page blocks, tight binding, mild spine tilt, strong spine ends, mild edge wear, and strong corners. The interior of the book is in Near Fine condition with an erased price on the second free end paper. No other marks, inscriptions, or signs of ownership inside. The end papers and the interior pages are clean and bright, making it an excellent addition to any collection.
The dust jacket is in Near Fine condition with mild surface wear, and heavy edge wear. First state jacket with the $50.00 price on the front flap. Looks great in a new Brodart archival wrap.
This annotated volume of the Author’s Preferred Text features analysis from Leslie S. Klinger. His trenchant commentary identifies gods and supernatural beings, elucidates key phrases, and shows how Gaiman built his award-winning novel, giving readers unparalleled insight into the story and into Gaiman’s creative process and authorial decisions. Carefully chosen illustrations complement and illuminate the narrative.
Ships promptly in a secure mailer with the book wrapped in both craft paper and bubble wrap.
