The Cider House Rules.

Irving, John

Published by Jonathan Cape, London, 1985

About this Item

First British edition of Irving's sixth novel. Octavo, original boards. Presentation copy, lengthily inscribed by the author in the year of publication on the front free endpaper, "Dear Kaylie, Happy Birthday, 1985, to a young writer from a moderately-old one; here is the first and-as of your birthday-only British copy of this book in America! John Irving." Near fine in a near fine dust jacket. Jacket design by Honi Werner. An exceptional inscription. Set in rural Maine in the first half of the 20th century, it tells the story of Dr. Wilbur Larch- saint and obstetrician, founder and director of the orphanage in the town of St. Cloud's. It is also the story of Dr. Larch's favorite orphan, Homer Wells, who is never adopted. 'Superb in scope and originality, a novel as good as one could hope to find from any author, anywhere, anytime. Engrossing, moving, thoroughly satisfying" (Joseph Heller). Basis for the 1999 film directed by Lasse Hallstrom, starring Tobey Maguire, Charlize Theron and Michael Caine. Irving won the Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay, while Michael Caine won his second Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor. Seller Inventory # 144200

Bibliographic Details

Title: The Cider House Rules.

Publisher: Jonathan Cape, London

Publication Date: 1985

Binding: Hardcover

Dust Jacket Condition: Dust Jacket Included

Signed: Signed by Author(s)

Edition: 1st Edition