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Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. 1st Edition. This is a gorgeous unread signed copy of the first book club edition, first issue of this 1960 Pulitzer Prize winner for fiction. It s quite rare in this condition. The book is inscribed on the front free endpaper by Harper Lee to book collector Dan Pope who said that "back in the early 1980s I mailed four books to her home in Monroeville, AL and she kindly signed them for me." The dust jacket is fine with rich and bright colors, no tears, folds, or fading. Just like the trade edition, there is the photograph on the back of Ms. Lee taken by Truman Capote and a review on the inside flaps by Jonathan Daniels. The boards are fresh, tight and square. The inscription on the reads: To Dan Pope, with my best wishes, Harper Lee". A fantastic copy of this important book. Signed by Author(s).

"To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee is a coming-of-age novel set in the racially segregated Southern United States during the 1930s. Narrated by Jean Louise "Scout" Finch, it follows her childhood experiences in the fictional town of Maycomb, Alabama, where her father, Atticus Finch, a principled lawyer, defends Tom Robinson, a black man falsely accused of raping a white woman, Mayella Ewell. Scout, along with her brother Jem and their friend Dill, becomes engrossed in the trial and witnesses the deep-seated racism and prejudice prevalent in their community. Despite Atticus' compelling defense and evidence proving Tom's innocence, the deeply ingrained racial bias leads to Tom's unjust conviction. Throughout the novel, Lee weaves a tapestry of themes such as racial injustice, moral growth, empathy, and the loss of innocence. Atticus serves as a moral compass, imparting valuable lessons about courage, integrity, and standing up for what is right, even in the face of adversity. The children also encounter the reclusive Boo Radley, a neighbor shrouded in mystery and superstition. Through their curiosity and empathy, they come to realize Boo's humanity, challenging the prejudices and preconceived notions within their society. Lee's eloquent narrative captures the complexities of human nature and societal norms, examining how prejudice and ignorance can breed injustice. The novel poignantly illustrates the harsh realities of racism while advocating for empathy and understanding. "To Kill a Mockingbird" is a timeless masterpiece, celebrated for its poignant portrayal of moral courage, the loss of innocence, and the resilience of the human spirit. It remains a powerful indictment of social inequality and a testament to the enduring importance of compassion and empathy in confronting prejudice and injustice.

The first edition dust jacket shows $3.95.