A UK 1st Edition, 1st Printing hardback copy indicated by the number '1' to the copyright page. - THIS COPY COMES WITH A SIGNATURE BY THE AUTHOR LAID INTO THE BOOK. THE AUTHOR'S HIGHLY ACCLAIMED 2009 BOOKER PRIZE WINNING NOVEL. - The book is in near fine condition. It has a push to the top and bottom of the spine, and a slight bump to the top outside corner of the front board. Slight toning to the page block but otherwise tight and square with no tears or inscriptions. - The dust jacket is also in near fine condition. A couple of light scratches to the reverse, but these have not punctured the red laminate. Otherwise, complete, nice and bright with no fading- a lovely copy - An increasingly collectible title, especially with the release sequel 'Bring up the Bodies' winning the 2012 Booker prize, and the television series and play in production. - Signature is on paper, and is now enclosed in a removable mylar cover.