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FOR PURCHASE ~ The Return of the Native Thomas Hardy. Norwalk, CT: The Easton Press. 1978. Illustrated with Wood Engravings by Agnes Miller Parker Lovely, illustrated, Easton Press copy of Hardy's beloved novel. Collector's Edition published for EP's "100 Greatest Books Ever Written" series. Laid into the book is the previous owner's original receipt from The Easton Press. (In 1992, this book was priced at $36.50.) Tall octavo fully bound in dark-green leather. Gilt-tooled vines decorate the f/b boards and ribbed spine. All page edges gilt. Light orange silk moire endpapers and matching silk page-marker ribbon. Please see photos & Condition Details for more info. Item Spex Size: (in.) 6 1/4 x 9 1/4 Pages : 416 Condition Details : This item is in Very Good condition. Pages appear clean and without damage. Nominal external wear; the only apparent issue is a few areas of light scuffing on gilt page edges. Please see photos as they are a part of this description! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Shipping : Domestic and International Buyers : For multiple purchases, flat-rate Priority shipping is available. Please contact me at time of purchase. Handing time : 1 business day Shipping combined when applicable. All items are shipped USPS media mail or priority domestically. Other services available upon request. Seller is not responsible for any damages or losses inflicted by shipping services. When packed and shipped, items are exactly as they appear in photos. International buyers are responsible for any VAT or duties/customs taxes in their respective countries. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Grading : Pristine or Mint : Like new. Very Fine : Few cosmetic issues. Fine : Minor cosmetic issues, such as small scuffs, scratches, or tears. Good : Some noticeable structural wear and/or cosmetic damage that does not interrupt the item's overall aesthetic integrity or intended use. Fair : Significant, noticeable structural wear and/or cosmetic damage that can interrupt the item's overall integrity and/or intended use. ** Please keep in mind all items are Estate or previously owned unless otherwise noted. Please read the condition details & look over the provided photos carefully. If you have questions about an item, I am happy to answer . ** ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ I started Valley of Ashes Antiques because I love collecting and researching books, print media, the occasional piece of jewelry, and other odds & ends. ~~~ Please message with any questions! ~~~