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(New York): Harrison Smith & Robert Haas, 1932. First printing (stated). Near fine in very good jacket.. First edition of Faulkner's seventh novel, a naturalistic treatment of Southern racial paranoia and transgressive violence. Written at the height of his artistic maturity, LIGHT IN AUGUST has been recognized since its first publication as one of Faulkner's major works, less experimental in style than some of its predecessors but no structurally complex or thematically rich. Asked about the novel's religious imagery, Faulkner did not deny its presence, but replied that "the people to me come first. The symbolism comes second." An attractive copy of one of the 20th century's great novels. 8'' x 5.5''. Original orange-lettered tan cloth. Orange topstain. In original unclipped ($2.50) dust jacket. "Jefferson" substituted for Mottstown" in first line of page 340 (Massey 103). 480 pages. Jacket with light edgewear, small chip to front panel with old tape repair to verso, a bit of…

Light in August is a novel by the American author William Faulkner. First published in 1932, the novel is set in Faulkner's fictional Yoknapatawpha County and weaves together several intricate plots. The narrative centers around Joe Christmas, a man of uncertain racial heritage, and explores themes of identity, myth, and racism.

Identifying a first edition of 'Light in August' can involve checking the publisher's page for statements such as 'First Edition' or the presence of a date on the copyright page that matches the book's initial release date in 1932. For Smith & Haas editions, the absence of subsequent printings or editions may also indicate a first edition.