First Edition. With "First Published in 1973." on the copyright page. Pynchon's scarce second novel. Only 4,000 copies printed. With the "ISBN" number printed in white over red on the rear panel. National Book Award winner for 1974. NF/VG+ A splendid copy in orange cloth stamped brightly in red on the spine. With clean orange top-staining. Internally, very clean, tight, and unmarked. In a sharp, crisp colorful dustjacket designed by Marc Getter printed in blue, yellow, orange, red and black with the original price of $15.00 on the inside from flap and "0273" printed at the bottom of the inside front flap. A handsome dustjacket with some light wear, rubbing, and a few tiny nicks at the top of the spine. Light wear to one corner. Otherwise, a sharp, collectible copy. First Edition. With "First Published in 1973." on the copyright page.