Description
For sale is a rare and exceptional first edition, second printing of The Secret History by Donna Tartt, First Edition unstated, 1992 Knopf. Second Printing Before Publication stated on the copyright page.
The book is in Fine condition with spotless, illustrated boards, strong title ink on a straight spine, clean page blocks, tight binding, no 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 first free end paper. No other marks, inscriptions, or other signs of ownership. The rear end paper and the interior pages are clean and bright.
The see-through dust jacket is also in Near Fine condition, with the price on the creased front flap, moderate to heavy surface wear and mild edge wear. Striking jacket and book design by Barbara De Wilde and Chip Kidd.