New York: Random House, 1931. 8vo., [1]-17, [1 colophon] pp., title-page printed in red and black. Original marbled paper boards with inlaid printed paper label to upper board, uncut, unopened. Remnants of the original glassine wrapper are still clinging to the boards, a fine copy that appears to have never been read. Signed by the author at the colophon. § First edition, number 248 of 400 copies signed by Faulkner. A short story based in southwest Arizona, hints of the love story that would become The Wild Psalms appear in this melodrama. Seller Inventory # 108681

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Title: Idyll in the Desert

Publication Date: 1931

Binding: Hardcover

Signed: Signed by Author(s)

Edition: 1st Edition

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John Windle Antiquarian Bookseller offers an exceptional selection of rare books and manuscripts from medieval times through the twentieth century. We specialize in illustrated material, particularly the work of William Blake and his circle and children's books. Our open shop is located in downtown San Francisco, where we have served an international clientele of private collectors, libraries, and institutions for 40 years.

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