Farewell to My Concubine – Lillian Lee
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For sale is a rare and exceptional first edition, first printing of Farewell to My Concubine by Lillian Lee, protected in a new archival wrap. First Edition stated, 1992 Wm. Morrow.  First Printing with full number line, 1  2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10.

The exterior of the book is in Near Fine condition, with spotless boards, strong title gilt on a straight spine, clean page blocks, a tight binding, mild spine tilt, lightly rolled spine ends, mild edge wear and strong corners. The interior of the book is also in Near Fine condition, with the ghost of an erased price on the half title page. No other marks, inscriptions, or any other signs of ownership. 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 price on the front flap, and mild surface and edge wear. Looks great in a new Brodart archival wrap.

The story of a male Beijing opera star, his love for another male singer, and the beautiful courtesan who comes between them sweeps through five decades of Chinese history, from the decadent 1930s to the present day.

 Ships promptly in a manila envelope with book wrapped in both craft paper and multiple layers of bubble wrap.