Description
This is a rare and valuable first edition first printing book titled "For Whom the Bell Tolls" by Ernest Hemingway, published in 1940 by Charles Scribner's Sons in New York. “A” on copyright page. The hardcover binding is tight and the pages are clean without any tears or folds.
Former owner inscription in ink to ffep, 1940. Neat and unobtrusive.
Bumping, minor fraying to spine ends. Small bump to upper edge of front cover. Title and decoration to spine, partially worn but legible.
471 pages.
Endpapers browned from age.
Book is not musty.
No missing, loose or torn pages.
See photos for exact condition.
The book is in its original form and has not been reprinted or facsimiled.
Reserve: $1,500.00
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Former owner inscription in ink to ffep, 1940. Neat and unobtrusive.
Bumping, minor fraying to spine ends. Small bump to upper edge of front cover. Title and decoration to spine, partially worn but legible.
471 pages.
Endpapers browned from age.
Book is not musty.
No missing, loose or torn pages.
See photos for exact condition.
The book is in its original form and has not been reprinted or facsimiled.
Reserve: $1,500.00
Shipping:
Your purchase is protected:
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
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TRUE First Edition "For Whom the Bell Tolls" by Ernest Hemingway (1940) "A"
Estimate $2,000-$2,500
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Bound in History: Antiquarian Books Auction
May 19, 2026 1:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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