New York: Alfred A. Knopf. Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. 1967. First Edition; First Printing. 1/4 Cloth. A handsomefirst edition/first printing in Fine condition in Near Fine dust-jacket, spine lightly darkened and a touch chipped. From the collection of Betty Anderson, legendary art director of publisher Knopf in the late 20th century as evidenced by her (small and unobtrusive) inventory number; Augusta Walker's first novel is a heartwarming story of family, friendship, and love. A Back-Fence Story follows the story of Lillie, a young girl who is uprooted from her life in the small town of her childhood and moved to the big city. Lillie is shocked to find that her best friend, Tish, has moved to the same city. Tish is now an adult and has a family of her own. Lillie is eager to reconnect with her old friends and find a new place to call home. However, Tish is busy with her own life and is not interested in reconnecting with Lillie. Lillie's family is also new to the city. They are struggling to make friends and find a place to live. Lillie and her family come to rely on Tish and her family for friendship and support. Lillie's family also becomes good friends with Tish's family. Through their friendship; 8vo; FSA .

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Bookseller: Books Tell You Why, Inc. (US)
Bookseller's Inventory #: 21084
Title: A Back-Fence Story - 1st Edition/1st Printing
Author: Walker, Augusta
Format/Binding: 1/4 Cloth
Book Condition: Used - Fine in Near Fine dust jacket
Edition: First Edition; First Printing
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: Alfred A. Knopf
Place of Publication: New York
Date Published: 1967
Keywords: Collectible Rare Out-Of-Print, Cons Betty Anderson, Cats

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