🪖 Steinbeck , John. Once There Was a War . First Edition
$ 34.32
Description
🪖 Steinbeck , John. Once There Was a War . First Edition. While the dust jacket itself shows clear signs of age and wear placing it in Fair condition, the actual book underneath remains in Good overall condition. The Book (Boards & Binding): In Good condition. Up for sale is a genuine 1958 first edition hardcover copy of John Steinbeck's compelling collection of World War II wartime dispatches, Once There Was a War, published by Viking Press. This volume is offered with its original dust jacket. While the dust jacket itself shows clear signs of age and wear placing it in Fair condition, the actual book underneath remains in Good overall condition. Condition Details: Please closely examine the provided photos to review the exact cosmetic state of this collector's copy: Dust Jacket: In Fair condition. Shows visible tearing, edge chipping, and noticeable dirt/staining as captured in the pictures. Please note: To protect the jacket and prevent any further degradation, I have carefully sealed the book in a clear protective plastic sleeve. This is an aftermarket preservation wrap, not a factory shrink-wrap. The Book (Boards & Binding): In Good condition. The original cloth boards show much less wear than the jacket. The binding is structurally firm, square, and tight. Pages: Clean, complete, and crisp text block. No major tearing or writing noted. Light, natural age-toning consistent with a 1950s volume. Shipping & Handling: Shipped safely in a padded mailer via USPS Media Mail to keep your shipping costs low. Your order will ship within three business days of the sale, although I usually ship immediately upon cleared payment. If you have questions or would like a closer view of the jacket flaws, staining, or copyright page before purchasing, please send over a message. Thanks for looking!
