First UK Edition. Near fine in like jacket. FFEP is signed by Raven with the inscription "the first is lost" in purple ink. Half title is signed by previous owner, author John Metcalf. Sharp edges and board corners. Vibrant jacket has minor edgewear to upper front cover and has been price clipped at inner flap. A very tight and attractive copy. Brodart wrapped. Securely shipped in a box.

Seller Inventory # 014293

Contact seller

Report this item

Bibliographic Details

Title

An Inch of Fortune

Publisher

Blond & Briggs

Publication Date

1980

Language

English

ISBN 10

0856341088

ISBN 13

9780856341083

Binding

Hardcover

Edition

1st Edition

Condition

Near Fine

Dust Jacket Condition

Near Fine

Signed

Inscribed by Author(s)

Seller catalogs

About this title

Synopsis

Fine in fine dust jacket. Hardcover first edition - London:: Blond & Briggs,, (1980.). Hardcover first edition -. Fine in fine dust jacket.. First printing. The author's first work, written in 1950 but rejected for publication for fear of libel action. It was subsequently lost for almost thirty years until the manuscript was rediscovered in 1979. Includes a preface by the author, which says that this was based on an incident in his own life. 176 pp. Dust jacket design by Craig Dodd.

"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.

Store Description

Biblioasis Bookshop is a small independent bookshop, located in the heart of Old Walkerville in Windsor, Ontario. We have a carefully curated collection of new and used books, from classics, to the obscure and esoteric! We specialize in Canadian literature, first editions, signed books, the eighteenth century, and books about books. Open since 1998, we have a large selection of history, literature, philosophy, art, music, religion, science, and technical books. Thanks for visiting our profile!

Visit Seller's Storefront

Seller's business information

Biblioasis Inc.
1520 Wyandotte St E, Windsor, ON, N9A 3L2, Canada

Sale & Shipping Terms

Terms of Sale

We accept payment with credit card through the ABEBOOKS system, wire transfers,
International Postal Money Orders or bank drafts in either Canadian or U.S. Funds.
Books will be processed and shipped within 3 business days (excluding weekends and holidays).
Books will be shipped at cost. Books overseas are sent at cost via either surface or air mail at the customer's request. Other shipping
arrangements (U.P.S. etc...) can be arranged at the time of order if desired.

Shipping Terms

Books are very carefully packaged using robust materials to ensure safe arrival. We may recycle shipping boxes or bubble wrap to reduce waste.
BUYERS OUTSIDE OF CANADA: Orders passing through Customs may face delays impacting shipping time estimates. Please note, many countries may apply additional associated duties or fees. Any import fees, duties, or other taxes incurred are the buyer's responsibility to pay.

Shipping rates from Canada to U.S.A.

Shipping rates from Canada to U.S.A.
Order quantity	5 to 15 business days	4 to 8 business days
First item	US$ 28.00	US$ 60.00

Delivery times are set by sellers and vary by carrier and location. Orders passing through Customs may face delays and buyers are responsible for any associated duties or fees. Sellers may contact you regarding additional charges to cover any increased costs to ship your items.