WATERSHIP DOWN True First American Edition 1st Printing Richard Adams HCDJ

Description: WATERSHIP DOWNby Richard AdamsPublished by Macmillan Publishing Co., Inc., New York, 1972. First American Edition, First Printing with a First State dust jacket. Very good hardcover, in very good unclipped dust jacket in archival mylar wrapper. Light staining to boards and edges, good binding has slight spine canter, strong hinges & joints, previous owner's bookplate removed from ffep, clean unmarked text. Octavo, 429 pages.This is the true first American edition of Richard Adams' beloved classic, with all the requisite first edition points:Full number line on the copyright page: 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1Original price of $6.95 on the dust jacketOnly British reviews on the back of the dust jacketRabbit and compass illustration on both front and rear of dust jacketCode 70003 on the bottom edge of the rear dj panel and 70003 is repeated in embossed gilt on the rear cover of the bookAdams' debut novel, "Watership Down," is a remarkable tale of survival, courage, and the search for a new home. Originally conceived as stories told to his daughters during car trips, the book follows a group of rabbits who flee their warren after one of them foresees its destruction.This epic adventure combines elements of mythology, political allegory, and naturalistic observation. Adams' rich world-building and compelling characters have captivated readers for generations, making this work a modern classic of children's literature that resonates deeply with adult audiences.The first American edition is particularly desirable for collectors, representing the novel's introduction to the U.S. market following its initial success in the UK. This edition preceded the book's meteoric rise to international acclaim, including winning the Carnegie Medal and inspiring numerous adaptations across various media.A cornerstone of 20th-century fantasy literature, this first American printing of "Watership Down" is an essential addition to any serious collection of modern first editions or children's classics. Loc: E16StoreAdd to FavoritesFeedbackWATERSHIP DOWN True First American Edition 1st Printing Richard Adams HCDJ WATERSHIP DOWNby Richard AdamsPublished by Macmillan Publishing Co., Inc., New York, 1972. First American Edition, First Printing with a First State dust jacket. Very good hardcover, in very good unclipped dust jacket in archival mylar wrapper. Light staining to boards and edges, good binding has slight spine canter, strong hinges & joints, previous owner's bookplate removed from ffep, clean unmarked text. Octavo, 429 pages.This is the true first American edition of Richard Adams' beloved classic, with all the requisite first edition points:Full number line on the copyright page: 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1Original price of $6.95 on the dust jacketOnly British reviews on the back of the dust jacketRabbit and compass illustration on both front and rear of dust jacketCode 70003 on the bottom edge of the rear dj panel and 70003 is repeated in embossed gilt on the rear cover of the bookAdams' debut novel, "Watership Down," is a remarkable tale of survival, courage, and the search for a new home. Originally conceived as stories told to his daughters during car trips, the book follows a group of rabbits who flee their warren after one of them foresees its destruction.This epic adventure combines elements of mythology, political allegory, and naturalistic observation. Adams' rich world-building and compelling characters have captivated readers for generations, making this work a modern classic of children's literature that resonates deeply with adult audiences.The first American edition is particularly desirable for collectors, representing the novel's introduction to the U.S. market following its initial success in the UK. This edition preceded the book's meteoric rise to international acclaim, including winning the Carnegie Medal and inspiring numerous adaptations across various media.A cornerstone of 20th-century fantasy literature, this first American printing of "Watership Down" is an essential addition to any serious collection of modern first editions or children's classics. Loc: E16

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