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Johannesburg: Ravan Press, 1974. First edition. Hardcover in jacket, signed by Coetzee on the title page. Boards lightly bumped and rubbed, jacket with wear at heel of spine else a near fine copy. Signed first printing of Coetzee's first book.  Very sharp copy.  .

Dusklands, published in 1974, is the debut novel by Nobel laureate J.M. Coetzee. It consists of two separate narratives, 'The Vietnam Project' and 'The Narrative of Jacobus Coetzee.' The book explores various aspects of colonization, conflict, and power dynamics.

For Dusklands, collectors should look for the South African first edition published by Ravan Press in 1974. The presence of distinct cover art and typeset unique to the first edition can help in identification. Additionally, any mentions of later printings or editions would not be included in a true first edition.