Description: Maugham, W. Somerset - The Razor’s Edge - Doubleday Doran: New York, 1944 - First American Trade Edition / First Printing - “First Edition…” stated on the copyright page as required in order to denote the first printing of the first American trade edition. “Nothing in the world is permanent, and we’re foolish when we ask anything to last, but surely we’re still more foolish not to take delight in it while we have it. If change is of the essence of existence one would have thought it only sensible to make it the premise of our philosophy.” The book has bumps, edge wear, rubbing, and some general grubbiness. That being said the binding is still square and firm, boards are reasonably presentable, and internally there is no writing or other markings. The dust jacket has chips, edge wear, rubbing, scattered creases, and some old tape mends on the verso. A still acceptable copy of a notoriously fragile and poorly produced book. An increasingly uncommon first trade edition of what is one of Maugham’s most well known and influential titles. Basis for the superb 1946 film adaptation of the same title which would be nominated for 4 Oscars and would ultimately win one for Anne Baxter as Best Supporting Actress. All books are offered with a full 30 day postage paid return policy. All books which are in dust jackets will be mailed with a clear archival dust jacket protector fitted. Shipping costs can be combined if multiple purchases are made. Items will be packaged and shipped within one business day unless otherwise noted. Please always feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns.
Price: 400 USD
Location: Columbia, South Carolina
End Time: 2024-11-15T14:39:41.000Z
Shipping Cost: 7.13 USD
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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: New York
Publisher: Doubleday Doran
Modified Item: No
Subject: Literature & Fiction
Year Printed: 1944
Original/Facsimile: Original
Language: English
Special Attributes: First Edition, First Printing, 1st Printing, 1st Edition, Collector's Edition, Dust Jacket
Author: W. Somerset Maugham
Region: North America
Topic: Classics
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Unit Quantity: 1
Character Family: Fiction
