Description: A House for Mr. Biswas, V.S. Naipaul First UK edition, first printing (and thus true first edition) of Naipaul's masterpiece, consistently ranked as one of the 100 best English-language novels of the twentieth century. In the original striking dust jacket designed by Stephen Russ. London: Andre Deutsch, 1961. Publisher's original red cloth boards, gilt lettering to spine; pp. 531. A near fine copy in an about very good, unclipped dust jacket. Binding remains sturdy with a hint of a lean, minimal shelfwear to boards with a touch of sunning to spine tips. Internally clean and fine. The dust jacket shows some general shelfwear and chipping to extremities with closed tears to front panel, neatly reinforced with archival tape to verso, spine a bit sunned, a spot of minor discoloration to back panel. Presents well, protected in archival mylar. Based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, The Rare Book Sleuth is a rare and antiquarian book dealer specializing in modern first editions, signed copies and notable rarities. As a proud member of the IOBA, the Rare Book Sleuth adheres to the highest standards of professionalism in the field. Terms PayPal and credit cards are accepted. All items are shipped within 3 business days, fully insured via USPS. Expedited and international shipping is also available. All books are guaranteed as described and returnable for any reason within 30 days.
Price: 850 USD
Location: Saint Paul, Minnesota
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Binding: Hardcover
Place of Publication: London
Special Attributes: 1st Edition
Publisher: Andre Deutsch
Subject: Literature & Fiction
Year Printed: 1961