Black lettering against deep red cloth. The front hinge is a little fragile at the pastedown, but otherwise the book is tight and the pages are generally clean with no inscriptions; in a very good example of an exceptionally rare dustwrapper, that has a closed tear to the front panel and a few nicks and chips but is otherwise delightfully well preserved, as shown in the images. Housed in a custom made clamshell box, included in sale. This is the first English edition - as the contents were originally published in the United States under the title 'Their Mutual Child' - and all issue points corroborate with McIlvaine A23b. However, it should be noted (regarding the dust wrapper) that despite the match with the McIlvaine entry this is possibly an early state (rather than the first issue) wrapper. This is one of the problem Wodehouses, and divides opinion, and it seems the McIlvaine entry regarding the dust wrapper is open to some debate; the true first most likely had a red framed back panel, rather than green. I understand that there are perhaps one or two of such wrappers surviving, held in private collections. So the chances of obtaining the alleged true first are exceedingly slim. Seller Inventory # 139

Contact seller

Report this item

Bibliographic Details

Title: THE COMING OF BILL first edition in a very ...

Publisher: Herbert Jenkins

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: Very Good

Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good

Edition: 1st Edition

Store Description

At N V we aim to provide the collector with high quality books whilst offering a service that is friendly and helpful. We tend to keep our stock low, concentrating on titles that appeal to us. We offer books that are in collectable condition only: grading 'very fine' where realistic, 'fine' or 'near fine' or 'very good'. We NEVER sell ex-library copies or books described in 'good' (in other words 'poor') condition. EVERY listing has a sharp digital image of the EXACT book that you are perusing - the accompanying description is carefully written and we guarantee that all items are authentic. Books with dustwrappers have removable protective covers and all our stock is stored away from light and dust in a temperature controlled environment. Should you decide to purchase from us your book will be wrapped with care and then housed in a robust box before despatch.

Visit Seller's Storefront

Seller's business information

NV Management Ltd trading as NV Books
Minerva Mill Innovation Centre, Station Road, Alcester, B49 5ET, United Kingdom

Terms of Sale:

Please pay through securely through AbeBooks or we accept direct payments through PAYPAL or bank transfer, and we also accept UK CHEQUES.
We take enormous care with our descriptions and accompanying photographs, but in the highly unlikely event that the book is not as described we offer a 100% REFUND. Your book must be returned in identical condition and within 7 days from the UK or 14 days from overseas. We look forward to hearing from you and wish you every success with your collecting. Establ...

More Information

Shipping Terms:

Shipping costs are based on books weighing 2.2 LB, or 1 KG. If your book order is heavy or oversized, we may contact you to let you know extra shipping is required.

Payment Methods
accepted by seller

Check PayPal Bank/Wire Transfer

Add to Wants