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First printing. Thick 8vo. Blue cloth, gilt spine title. The first edition to combine the first three Arthurian titles by White, though 'The Witch in the Wood' has been entirely rewritten and retitled 'The Queen of Air and Darkness'. In addition, this is the first appearance of the fourth title in the series, 'The Candle in the Wind'. A fine copy with only a trace of wear at the edges. The dustwrapper is not price-clipped There are some repairs along the bottom edge, a few short closed marginal tears and is rough along the edges, spine sunned with the sunning encroaching onto the left edge of the upper panel, but it still gives a very good plus appearance, and in better condition than usual. Howey A-2854. .

The Once and Future King is a novel by T. H. White that chronicles the saga of King Arthur. It is composed of several works that were written separately and later compiled into the full version known today. This modern Arthurian legend is recognized for its unique combination of chivalry, legend, and a touch of whimsy, presenting a 'once' traditional medieval world that eventually evolves into a 'future' reflective of contemporary society.