The Bodley Head Scott Fitzgerald. Vol 1. The Gatsby
Scott Fitzgerald. Introduction by J.B. Priestley
1958
Bodley Head
Proof Copy
8vo
Description:
A rare and highly significant pre-publication uncorrected proof copy of the first volume of the Bodley Head Fitzgerald edition.
This volume marks the beginning of the major British revival of F. Scott Fitzgerald's literary reputation during the late 1950s, spearheaded by the Bodley Head. Prepared well in advance of the standard trade release, this scarce proof features the complete text of The Great Gatsby alongside The Last Tycoon and selected short stories, including The Crack-up.
Condition:
Good Condition. Plain light blue paper covered with handwritten title to spine. Binding is firm and contents are clean. Paper covered are good with slight curling to corners. Some notable tanning to spine.
The Bodley Head Scott Fitzgerald. Vol 1. The Gatsby
Scott Fitzgerald. Introduction by J.B. Priestley
1958
Bodley Head
Proof Copy
8vo
Description:
A rare and highly significant pre-publication uncorrected proof copy of the first volume of the Bodley Head Fitzgerald edition.
This volume marks the beginning of the major British revival of F. Scott Fitzgerald's literary reputation during the late 1950s, spearheaded by the Bodley Head. Prepared well in advance of the standard trade release, this scarce proof features the complete text of The Great Gatsby alongside The Last Tycoon and selected short stories, including The Crack-up.
Condition:
Good Condition. Plain light blue paper covered with handwritten title to spine. Binding is firm and contents are clean. Paper covered are good with slight curling to corners. Some notable tanning to spine.
