Description
For sale: a Rare first edition, first printing hardcover copy of them by Joyce Carol Oates. First Edition unstated, 1969 Vanguard Press. Fifth Printing stated and SBN 8149-0668-0 on the copyright page.
The exterior of the book is in Very Good condition with clean, lightly faded, cloth boards. Also, strong title gilt on a straight spine, clean page blocks, tight binding, mild spine tilt, rolled and lightly rubbed spine ends, mild edge wear, and rubbed corners. The interior of the book is in Very Good condition with the previous owner’s name on the first free end paper and stains on both front and rear paste downs, perhaps from newspaper inserts. No other marks, inscriptions, or other signs of ownership inside. The end papers and the interior pages are clean and lightly toned, making it an excellent addition to any collection.
The dust jacket is in a Good condition with moderate surface wear, heavy edge wear, chips and two large tears mended with pH-neutral tape. First state dust jacket has the $6.95 price on the front flap and the NB Award emblem partially removed. L
The members of the Wendall family struggle for thirty years to understand the obscure forces constantly tearing at their lives and happiness
Ships promptly in a secure mailer with the book wrapped in both craft paper and bubble wrap.
