- First Edition
- Hardcover
- Used
Seller: Alexander David Fine Books, Ashtead, United KingdomAlexander David Fine Books
AbeBooks seller since March 23, 2026
Condition: Used - Very good
US$ 342.72
Quantity: 1 available
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This Michael Joseph UK first edition (1963) is of interest to collectors of Henry Roth, American modernist fiction, rediscovered 20th century classics, and significant UK first editions. Very Good copy in the original black cloth binding with the striking purple and black striped dust jacket featuring a ghostly child silhouette and bold gold lettering; dust jacket in a clear protective wrapper, bright and sound with some light rubbing to extremities; pages with age toning consistent with the period; binding firm and square; a handsome and highly significant copy of one of the great rediscovered novels of American literature in its UK first edition, with the Walter Allen foreword that helped bring the novel to a new generation of readers.
Seller Inventory # ADFB-100002
Bibliographic details
- Title
- Call It Sleep
- Author
- Henry Roth
- Publisher
- Michael Joseph, London
- Publication year
- 1963
- Condition
- Very good
- Dust jacket
- Good
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
- Edition
- First Edition.
- Seller catalogs
- Literary Classics, Print Books
Alexander David Fine Books
Ashtead, United Kingdom
AbeBooks seller since March 23, 2026
Shipping rates from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
| Item | 5 to 15 business days | 3 to 5 business days |
|---|---|---|
| First item | US$ 50.58 | US$ 83.85 |
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Store description
Alexander David Fine Books specializes in first editions and rare impressions from the 1800s and 1900s. Our catalogue ranges in quantity at any time, with a focus on provenance, bibliographic interest, and works that matter to collectors, scholars, and serious readers. We deliver worldwide with tracking and insurance as standard. All books are carefully packaged for long-distance transit - if you have any queries regarding shipping please contact Alexander David.
Specialty
First editions, early printings, and important literary works from the 19th and 20th centuries.Seller's business information
Alexander David Fine Books
United Kingdom
Terms of sale
Expertise in 19th and 20th Century Literature
We specialize in the acquisition and sale of rare and collectible first editions, with a particular focus on significant literary works from the 19th and 20th centuries. Each volume in our inventory is selected for its historical importance, condition, and bibliographical significance.
Meticulous Cataloging and Description
Every book is physically inspected and described with professional rigor. We provide detailed condition reports noting any specific flaws, previous ownership marks, or restorative work. For first editions, we prioritize the identification of "points" and issue states to ensure our customers receive exactly what is described.
Authenticity and Provenance
Authenticity is the cornerstone of our business. We guarantee the stated edition and printing of every item. Where notable provenance exists, it is clearly documented within the listing. Collectors can purchase with the confidence that each item has been vetted against standard bibliographical references.
Commitment to the Physical Object
We understand that for the serious collector, the dust jacket, binding, and paper quality are as important as the text itself. We aim to preserve the integrity of these objects through archival-grade storage until the moment they are dispatched to their new homes.
Shipping terms
Shipping Methodology & Insurance
- Domestic (UK): All orders are sent via tracked services to ensure secure delivery.
- International: We ship worldwide via tracked and signed-for options.
- Insurance: High-value items (£100+) are provided with full insurance coverage as standard.
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Our shipping rates are calculated based on allowing for an average book weight of 400g to 1kg. For exceptionally heavy volumes, multi-volume sets, or oversized folios, we may contact you to request additional postage via the AbeBooks system.
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We provide accurate customs declarations for all international shipments to ensure smooth transit through border controls. For items sent to the EU, we utilize the IOSS system where applicable to streamline the import process.
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