Shadows on the Grass – Isak Dinesen
VG No Dust Jacket

For sale: a Rare and Exceptional first edition, first printing, hardcover copy of Shadows on the Grass by Isak Dinesen. First Published in 1961 stated, 1961 Random House.  First Printing with no subsequent printing.

The exterior of the book is in Very Good condition with clean, cloth boards with a bit of sheen, and lightly faded title ink on the front board. The spine is lightly sunned with an even fainter title and author gilt. Also, clean page blocks, tight binding, moderate spine tilt, lightly rolled spine ends, mild edge wear, and lightly rubbed corners.

The interior of the book is also in Very Good condition with the previous owner’s name and date on the first free end paper. No other marks, inscriptions or other signs of ownership inside. The rear end paper and the interior pages are clean and lightly toned, making it an excellent addition to any collection.

No dust jacket.

Isak Dinesen takes up the absorbing story of her life in Kenya begun in the unforgettable Out of Africa, which she published under the name of Karen Blixen. With warmth and humanity these four stories illuminate her love both for the African people, their dignity and traditions, and for the beauty and wildness of the landscape. The first three were written in the 1950s and the last, ‘Echoes from the Hills’, was written especially for this volume in the summer of 1960 when the author was in her seventies. In all, they provide a moving final chapter to her African reminiscences.

Ships promptly in a secure mailer with the book wrapped in both craft paper and bubble wrap.