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1959 Goldfinger

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A very smart first edition copy of the seventh James Bond novel. With the original Richard Chopping dustwrapper in a fantastic condition. First Edition, Publishers' Original Binding, With Dustwrapper With the original dustwrapper which is price-clipped. Restoration to the head of the spine to the dustwrapper, which is near imperceptible. The seventh James Bond novel, which sees the development of James Bond's character. Bond is presented as a more complex individual than in the previous novels. Upon its release 'Goldfinger' went to the top of the best-seller lists. It was also adapted into the third Bond film. A first edition of this novel, in a lovely condition. CONDITION In the publisher's original cloth binding. With original dustwrapper, which is price-clipped. Externally, in an excellent condition with minor shelfwear to the extremities. Dustwrapper is also in an excellent condition due to restoration to the head of the spine. The Restoration is nearly imperceptible and has seen the renewal of Fleming's name. Otherwise, a few light marks to the wraps and very minor shelf wear. Very light cockling to the front pastedown. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are bright and clean.
  • Creator:
    Ian Fleming (Author)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.5 in (19.05 cm)Width: 5 in (12.7 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1959
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Bath, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 761L61stDibs: LU8925235043502

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