Description
For sale: a Rare and Exceptional first edition, early printing hardcover copy of A Bride’s Story – Vol. 4 by Kaoru Mori in a Near Fine dust jacket. First Edition stated, January 2013 Yen Press. First Printing with partial number line 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1. Ex-Library with minimal markings in a new archival wrap.
The book is in Very Good condition with clean boards with two abrasions on both boards from tape removal. Also with, strong title gilt on the square spine, clean page blocks, tight binding, mild spine tilt, lightly rubbed spine ends, mild edge wear, and one bumped corner. The interior of the book is in Near Fine condition with residue from removing an inventory tag on the first free end paper and a cancelled stamp on the title page. No other marks, inscriptions or stamps inside. The rear end paper 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 and edge wear, and the price on the front flap. No Library stickers, stamps or imprints on the dust jacket. Looks great in a new Brodart archival wrap.
Acclaimed creator Kaoru Mori’s tale of life on the nineteenth-century Silk Road turns westward, following Englishman Mr. Smith on his long journey to Ankara. Passing through a fishing village along the Aral Sea, Smith and his guide encounter a pair of spirited young girls named Laila and Leily-identical twins who are fishing not for sturgeon, but for husbands! Despite their efforts to find two wealthy, healthy, and handsome brothers to wed, Laila and Leily’s plans generally only land them in loads of trouble!
Ships promptly in a secure mailer with the book wrapped in both craft paper and bubble wrap.
