Description: The Beautiful and the Damned, F. Scott Fitzgerald First edition of Fitzgerald's second novel, a satire of the Jazz Age with the plot following the young artist Anthony Patch and his flapper wife Gloria Gilbert who become "wrecked on the shoals of dissipation" while excessively partying at the dawn of the hedonistic Jazz Age. First state without the publisher's colophon to the title page (Bruccoli A8.1.a). New York: Charles Scribner's Sons, 1922. Publisher's original green cloth, front board stamped in blind, spine lettered in gilt; pp. (x), 449. A very good copy. Binding remains sturdy, light shelfwear and rubbing to boards with a few minor instances of discoloration to front board, a few white flecks to rear board. Internally, pages show scattered foxing, free of any markings. A presentable copy, protected in a removable archival jacket. Based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, The Rare Book Sleuth is a rare and antiquarian book dealer specializing in modern first editions, signed copies and notable rarities. As a proud member of the ABAA, the Rare Book Sleuth adheres to the highest standards of professionalism in the field. Terms PayPal and credit cards are accepted. All items are shipped within 3 business days, fully insured via USPS. Expedited and international shipping is also available. All books are guaranteed as described and returnable for any reason within 30 days.
Price: 650 USD
Location: Saint Paul, Minnesota
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Binding: Hardcover
Place of Publication: New York
Special Attributes: 1st Edition
Author: F. Scott Fitzgerald
Publisher: Charles Scribner's Sons
Topic: Classics
Subject: Literature & Fiction
Year Printed: 1922
