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The Novel by James A. Michener β 1991 First Edition, First Printing HC w/ Dj LN. > π Rarity Note: First edition/first printing copies in collectible condition are becoming harder to find, especially with the original jacket intact. Very Good. Hardcover in excellent structural condition. This is a first edition, first printing of The Novel by Pulitzer Prizeβwinning author James A. Michener, published by Random House in 1991. This literary work offers a rare glimpse into the creative and editorial process behind the crafting of fiction, told through the eyes of a writer, his editor, a critic, and a reader. A powerful meta-narrative, The Novel explores the tension between art and commerce, tradition and experimentation, and the pressures placed on both established and emerging authors. This copy is very well-preserved, complete with its original dust jacket. The interior is crisp and clean with tight binding and no markings or inscriptions. > π Rarity Note: First edition/first printing copies in collectible condition are becoming harder to find, especially with the original jacket intact. --- Condition Very Good. Hardcover in excellent structural condition. Pages are clean, unmarked, and tightly bound. Dust jacket shows minimal edge wear and a couple of very small creases but remains glossy and attractive. Stored carefully in a smoke-free environment