Books

Ex-owner's name on flyleaf; paper toned; else an attractive, near fine copy in unclipped ('$2.75') dustjacket (mylar-protected), somewhat darkened with age but clean and likewise very good except for some minor chipping at tips & heel of spine, plus a 1 1/4" by 1/2" chip at head of spine (not affecting title/text). The American edition (preceded by the UK). 'First Edition' is stated on copyright page. Inner front flap of dustjacket shows the original $2.75 price. back panel lists 9 'recent and forthcoming Random House fiction' titles, starting with Robert Graves' Count Belisarius. Quite an attractive copy despite flaws. Photos available on request.

Out of Africa is Karen Blixen's poignant memoir that details her life on a coffee plantation in Kenya. Through lyrical prose, Blixen reflects on the beauty, challenges, and friendships experienced during her stay from 1914 to 1931.