Books

Fowles, John. The Tree. The Nature of Nature. Two Essays. The Yolla Bolly Press, Covelo (1995). First Edition. Illustrated with 8 woodcuts by Aaron Johnson.One of 10 copies lettered A to J, signed by Fowles and Johnson; with an extra suite of 8 woodcuts, signed by Johnson, enclosed in linen portfolio.This is copy B. From an edition of 150 copies. Square 4to. Bound in decorated Belgian linen. Book and suite enclosed in folio Belgian linen clamshell box, with small woodcut on the cover. Box lightly faded along spine, front cover, and back cover. Book and woodcuts are in mint condition. Scarce.

The Tree is an autobiographical book by the English novelist John Fowles. In this work, Fowles reflects on the connection between the nature of art and the wonder inspired by the natural world. Written with a blend of prose and philosophy, the book explores themes of creativity, personal freedom, and the role of nature in human life. The Tree serves as both a memoir and a treatise on the creative process.

A 'first edition' statement and lack of subsequent printings indicated on the copyright page, along with matching dates, ISBN, and stated publisher.