The Girl in a Swing
London: Allen Lane, 1980. First British edition. Hardcover in an unclipped jacket. Green boards with titles in gilt on the spine. Octavo. A true first edition, first state. Subsequent editions changed the main female character's name from Käthe Geutner to Forster or sometimes Wassermann, due to threat of libel suit. Adapted by director Gordon Hessler into a 1988 film starring Meg Tilly. This book is from the library of noted Colorado collector Mark Harms. Near fine. Front board has a small dark mark where a sticker once resided. / Near fine, Very light age toning to the top edge of the jacket. Presented in a clear protective mylar cover. Item #368
Price: $150.00