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THE CHASTE PLANET [ONE OF 26 LETTERED SIGNED] A Short Story Author: Updike, John Title: THE CHASTE PLANET [ONE OF 26 LETTERED SIGNED] A Short Story Publication: Worcester, Mass. Metacom Press, 1980 Edition: First Edition Description: Softcover. Copy "V" of 26 lettered and signed by Updike. Special Foreword by Updike. The first book of this then-new press - whose printer-publisher William Ferguson had printed other Updike booklets under a different masthead. This lettered issue has always been very scarce. 8vo boards with 1/4 leather spine. Slightest rub to leather at spine tips otherwise fine copy in a protective clear acetate jacket. Laid in is a printed "Note on the printing of The Chaste Planet" from the publisher. Seller ID: 29429 Subject: Fiction & Literature, Story Collections Bert Babcock - Bookseller, LLC Bert has been a full-time bookseller since 1976 when he opened a secondhand book store in Derry, NH. In 1978 he decided to specialize in the modern first editions field. He moved the business into his home and started issuing catalogs and doing trade shows. He has been at it ever since. Please note that all our First Editions are also First Printings, unless we specifically note otherwise. All our dust jackets are protected in clear mylar covers . Terms All orders ship within two business days. All books are guaranteed to be as described or they may be returned within 30 days of receipt for a full refund. This listing was created by Bibliopolis.
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