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First edition, first printing, signed limited issue, number 244 of 510 copies printed on large paper and signed by the author. This was Hemingway's only signed limited edition, of which 500 copies were made available for sale simultaneously with the trade issue on 27 September 1929. Octavo. Original half japon, black morocco spine label, blue-green paper sides and endpapers, leaves unopened. Housed in the publisher's leaf-patterned slipcase with printed and hand-numbered red label; additionally housed in a custom yellow morocco solander box with red and black onlays on front imitating the publisher's paper label on the slipcase. Title page printed in black and green. Spine head bumped, small skinning to head of spine label, binding faintly toned, internally fresh; slight rubbing and wear to slipcase, remaining sound: a near-fine copy. Grissom A.8.1.a2; Hanneman A8b.

Ernest Hemingway's "A Farewell to Arms" is a poignant novel set against the backdrop of World War I. The story follows the experiences of Frederic Henry, an American ambulance driver in the Italian army, and his romance with Catherine Barkley, a British nurse. As the war rages on, Frederic becomes disillusioned with the conflict and seeks solace in his relationship with Catherine. Their love blossoms amidst the chaos of war, offering them brief moments of respite from the brutality surrounding them. However, their happiness is fragile, and tragedy looms over their romance. The novel explores themes of love, loss, disillusionment, and the futile nature of war. Hemingway's spare and straightforward prose style mirrors the stark realities faced by the characters, conveying the harshness of war and the complexities of human relationships. "A Farewell to Arms" is not just a war novel; it's a profound meditation on the human condition, capturing the essence of love and sacrifice in the face of adversity. Through Hemingway's masterful storytelling, the novel continues to resonate with readers, offering timeless insights into the human experience.