Bright Leaf

Foster Fitz-Simons

Language: English

Published by Rinehart & Co, 1948

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  • Hardcover
  • Used
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Early Southern industrial novel set in North Carolina’s tobacco country, basis for the 1950 film starring Gary Cooper and Lauren Bacall. A solid copy of this 1948 Rinehart first edition. Very Good. Clean, tight binding; gilt titles bright; minor shelf wear. Previous owner’s embossed name on title page. No dust jacket.

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Title
Bright Leaf
Author
Foster Fitz-Simons
Publisher
Rinehart & Co
Publication year
1948
Condition
Very good
Dust jacket
No Jacket
Binding
Hardcover
Language
English
Edition
1st Edition
Printing
1st Printing

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Welcome to The Hidden History of Books, where every volume has a story waiting to be rediscovered. As a retired librarian with a background in scholarly research and book provenance, I specialize in rare books and first editions that span all genres — from the overlooked and obscure to the culturally iconic. My inventory is carefully sourced from estate sales and private collections, with a focus on books that carry the quiet weight of time, ownership, and intellectual legacy. I believe a book’s value lies not just in its content or rarity, but in the lives it has touched along the way — authors, owners, annotators, and collectors. That belief informs everything I do. You can count on: Conservative grading — no surprises, no exaggerations. I highlight flaws openly and describe condition with care. Detailed listings with a focus on historical and bibliographic context when available. Fast, safe shipping using USPS Media Mail and secure packaging to protect your purchase. Whether you’re a collector, a scholar, or a fellow lover of forgotten shelves, I invite you to browse the catalog and uncover the hidden histories that live between the covers.

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