![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() The DJ also contains the only writing observed anywhere in this copy, discreetly in two places: in the upper right corner of the front inside flap of the DJ, where '1.70' has been written 1/8"/3mm tall, quite unobtrusive second, a neat numeral '7' has been written in blue pen (1/4"/6mm tall) on the dj spine above author's name. DJ shows tanning and foxing from age both interior and exterior(see photos), a few chips and small tears, noticeably at corners and spine ends. Binding is slightly cocked off square,solid. Included is the original dustjacket - not a reproduction, not price-clipped. This is the rare 1956 British First edition/First Impression by The Bodley Head. Many Baynes illustrations in b&w (none in color)scattered through text.Condition notes: A highly collectible copy of this Narnia classic, seventh and last in the series (in Lewis' original, published, order). Blank endpapers/flyleaves 184 numbered pp. DJ in light green w/black and white lettering (front) or white with black lettering (back) front also features a Pauline Baynes illustration in blue and brown of Lucy conferring with faun Tumnus. Bound in publisher's blue cloth over boards, bright silver lettering imprinted on spine. ![]()
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