Hackenfeller’s Ape | First UK Hardback Edition
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Seller: The Disappearing Codex, Brussels, BelgiumThe Disappearing Codex
AbeBooks seller since March 29, 2026
Condition: Used - Very good
US$ 35.84
Quantity: 1 available
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A compelling first UK hardback edition of 'Hackenfeller's Ape' by Brigid Brophy, published by Secker & Warburg in 1964 - an imaginative and satirical novel that blends philosophical depth with unorthodox charm. Brophy's narrative follows Professor Darrelhyde and his profound, unsettling bond with Percy, a highly intelligent ape confined in the London Zoo, in a story that explores empathy, confinement, and the boundaries of human morality Celebrated as a distinctive and thoughtful work of mid‑20th‑century fiction, 'Hackenfeller's' Ape has continued to attract readers and collectors intrigued by its blend of speculative thought, social commentary, and literary wit. This hardback edition - scarce in collectible condition - remains a standout acquisition for enthusiasts of British literature, animal consciousness in narrative, and Brigid Brophy’s broader body of work. Condition Notes: Hardcover with original dust jacket. 160pp. Book is in very good condition: pages are generally clean and bright with a sound binding and no inscriptions. There is light foxing/spotting to the top page edges, as well as minor age toning. The dust jacket is in good condition, with edge wear, rubbing, small chips and short tears, and slight loss at the top edge. Colors remain bright and the jacket is complete. A strong collectible copy ready for display or serious reading - ideal for literary collectors, modern fiction enthusiasts, and fans of provocative narrative.…
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Bibliographic details
- Title
- Hackenfeller’s Ape | First UK Hardback Edition
- Author
- Brophy, Brigid
- Condition
- Very good
- Item weight
- 210 grams
- Dimensions
- 130 millimeters width by 190 millimeters height by 18 millimeters depth
The Disappearing Codex
Brussels, Belgium
AbeBooks seller since March 29, 2026
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Disappearing Codex offers a selection of thought-provoking works. Books in this collection have been the power to challenge, illuminate, and inspire. This collection is part of a personal library I am gradually dispersing as I prepare to emigrate in one year. Each copy carries a piece of literary and intellectual history. Browse with confidence, and join me in keeping these provocative works alive and in circulation. Once they're gone, they're gone - much like the name of this store suggests.
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