New York: Random House, 1942. Ex-library. The only markings are on the front free endpaper - a library stamp and some inscription; endpapers have some tape and tape staining from an old dust jacket protector; scattered foxing to interior and text block edges; cloth is worn on board edges and spine ends. Unclipped dust jacket has a 3/8" tear at top of spine, shallow chipping at spine ends, a bit of edge wear; the inside of the jacket has brown glue staining running horizontally along the top and bottom - this shows through somewhat on tan areas of jacket; rear panel has a bit of rippling; jacket is now protected by a newer mylar sleeve.. First Edition / First Printing. Hard Cover with Dust Jacket. Good/Good.

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Seller: S.C. Sumner (US)
Seller's Inventory #: 002717
Title: Welcome to the City and Other Stories
Author: Shaw, Irwin
Format/Binding: Hardcover
Book Condition: Used - Good
Jacket Condition: Good
Edition: First Edition / First Printing
Publisher: Random House
Place of Publication: New York
Date Published: 1942
Keywords: NOISBN

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