In the Country of Men – Hisham Matar
NF/NF

For sale: a Rare and Exceptional first edition, early  printing hardcover copy of In the Country of Men by Hisham Matar in a new archival wrap. First US Edition described, February 2007 Dial Press. First Printing with  complete number line 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1.

The book is in Near Fine condition with clean, bright boards, strong title ink on a straight spine, a few spots on the bottom page block, tight binding, no spine tilt, strong spine ends, no edge wear, and strong corners. The interior of the book is also in  Near Fine condition with no marks, inscriptions, or 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 mild surface and edge wear and the price is on the front flap. Looks great in a new Brodart archival wrap.

In the Country of Men is a stunning depiction of a child confronted with the private fallout of a public nightmare. But above all, it is a debut of rare insight and literary grace.