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New York, Charles Scribner's Sons, 1929. . First edition, first printing, first issue dust-jacket; 8vo; publisher's black cloth, gold paper title labels to upper board and spine printed in black, minor indentations to upper board, very mild, partial browning to endpapers, in nicked and very lightly tanned dust-jacket, in all a very good copy. A really good copy in the correct dust-jacket with the name 'Katherine Barclay' so spelled on the front flap.

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.