Description
EAST OF EDEN by John Steinbeck
First Edition
Hardcover, no DJ.
Viking, 1952.
"Bite" error.
Good condition.
Green boards with title to spine.
Tight binding, no missing loose or torn pages.
Small inked stamp to upper edge of ffep.
Edgewear, fraying to spine ends, lower tips worn, upper tips have lighter wear.
Some tears, minor chipping to boards.
See photos for exact condition.
Clean text block.
Reserve: $2,600.00
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First Edition
Hardcover, no DJ.
Viking, 1952.
"Bite" error.
Good condition.
Green boards with title to spine.
Tight binding, no missing loose or torn pages.
Small inked stamp to upper edge of ffep.
Edgewear, fraying to spine ends, lower tips worn, upper tips have lighter wear.
Some tears, minor chipping to boards.
See photos for exact condition.
Clean text block.
Reserve: $2,600.00
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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EAST OF EDEN JOHN STEINBECK 1952 HC Viking FIRST EDITION with "BITE" error
Estimate $3,000-$3,500
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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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