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Title: The Fountainhead
Author: Ayn Rand Publisher: Bobbs-Merrill Printing Year: 1943 First edition Condition/Details: Bound in gilt embossed red cloth, this rare first edition example of Rand's famous novel. The book shows all the indications of the first edition: the copyright page states Bobbs-Merrill 1943 with no other printing information, and three issue errata points are present: "Rferred" on fifth line, p. 321; "G.W. " on fourth line, p. 381; and "Domininque" on second line, p. 480. Also included are the inner flaps of dustjacket with a $3.00 price. The title page bears an "Ayn Rand 1947" inscription in pen (not believed to be an authentic signature). The volume shows light external wear, and is solidly bound with clear pages, most of which show liquid toning on the top 1/8"-1/4". The book measures approximately 6" x 8.25" and contains 753 pages. Shipping cost (within the U.S.) for this lot will be: $4.50 ImagesClick on thumbnails to see larger images:
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