The Moon is Down: John Steinbeck, First Edition 1942
Price range: $248.00 through $256.50
This is a “good plus” vintage hardcover in blue cloth wrapped boards. 188 pages.
First edition, second state, as per noted Steinbeck bibliography.
Page 62, line 5 shows the “b” with the missing upper half, indicating first edition, second state.
No writing, no loose, torn or folded page corners. The binding and board hinges are intact, spine somewhat cocked.
The accompanying jacket has been custom made for this book and is an exact facsimile of the original first edition jacket issued in 1942, identical in every detail with the exception of the small lettered logo of the printer at the top of the front flap.
Please see accompanying images for full condition details.
Will make a really special gift for that Steinbeck fan in your circle! (Perhaps that is you…)
Will ship promptly, carefully packaged, fully insured.
Additional information
| Weight | 64 oz |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 12 × 7 × 2 in |
| Shipping Options | Standard w- Tracking, Tracking + Insurance, Priority + Insurance |
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