New York: Harrison Smith and Robert Haas, 1934. First edition. Hardcover. Three quarter black morocco, marbled boards with matching marbled endpapers. Near fine. 371 pages. 221 x 14 cm. Limited edition, copy 34 of 360 signed by Faulkner, printed on W. and A. all rag paper. A collection of short stories -- Doctor Martino, Fox Hunt, The Hound, Death Drag, There Was A Queen, Smoke, Turn About, Beyond, Wash, Elly, Black Music, Leg, Mountain Victory, Honor. Bound by James Rigg with a presentation note, "17 Dec. 1968 This book was bound for Win Adair, a friend and former shipmate." Last few leaves slightly toned at edges. PETERSEN A15a. MASSEY 438. Raised bands, brown leather spine label printed in gilt.

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Bookseller: Royoung bookseller, Inc. (US)
Bookseller's Inventory #: 21427
Title: Doctor Martino and other stories
Author: Faulkner, William
Format/Binding: Hardcover
Book Condition: Used - Three quarter black morocco, marbled boards with matching marbled endpapers. Near fine
Quantity Available: 1
Edition: First edition
Publisher: Harrison Smith and Robert Haas
Place of Publication: New York
Date Published: 1934
Weight: 0.00 lbs
Keywords: Fiction

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