Sweet Thursday [True First Edition Hardcover]

New York: The Viking Press, 1954. 1954. FIRST EDITION. FIRST HARDCOVER TRADE EDITION (there was a first edition issue in wrappers), 273 pages. THIS IS THE TRUE FIRST EDITION HARDCOVER, WITH THE FOLLOWING POINTS: Deep yellowish tan cloth binding, top edge is red, title page printed in red and black, printer's name indicated on copyright page, and no deboss on lower corner of back cover. Pictorial dustjacket: First edition, without advertising blurbs below black and white photo of the author on back panel. Condition of hardcover: Lightly age toned (but difficult to spot immediately), some loss of red tint on top edge, very minor bump on fore-edge and extremity of top cover (again difficult to spot immediately), else overall Very Good. Dustjacket: Price intact on flap. Wear, abrasion to extremities (especially top/foot of spine panel and at folds; lightly age toned, else overall Good. A nice true first edition novel by one of America's finest writers. Steinbeck gives the reader a delightful novel, poking occasional fun at his characters and himself. Beneath the humor are subtle and poignant patterns. A wonderful, collectible book. Note: We are a well-established, well-respected, ethical book dealer in business since 1991. We describe the condition of our books thoroughly and honestly, so you'll know exactly what you will be receiving when you order. We ship promptly. . First Edition. Hard Cover. Very Good/Good.