Foster – Claire Keegan
NF/NF Early Print

For sale: a Rare and Exceptional first edition, early printing hardcover copy of Foster by Claire Keegan, in a new archival wrap. First Grove Atlantic hardcover edition stated, November 2021 Grove Press. Fourth printing with a partial number line reversed, 10 9 8 7 6 5 4.

The book is in Near Fine condition with spotless boards, strong title gilt on a straight spine, clean page blocks, tight binding, mild spine tilt, strong spine ends, no edge wear, and strong corners. The interior of the book is also in Near Fine condition with a dark spot on the rear paste-down. No other marks, inscriptions, or other signs of ownership inside. The end papers and the interior pages are clean and bright, making it an excellent addition to any collection. Pristine unread condition.

The dust jacket is also in Fine condition, with the price on the front flap and no signs of wear. Looks great in a new Brodart archival wrap.

Claire Keegan’s piercing contemporary classic Foster is a heartbreaking story of childhood, loss, and love; now released as a standalone book for the first time in the US.

Small volume ships promptly in a secure mailer with book wrapped in both craft paper and bubble wrap.