Wanderer of the Wasteland Zane Grey 1923 First Edition w/ Dust Jacket HC

by Zane Grey

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First edition · In dust jacket

Zane Grey — Wanderer of the Wasteland Harper & Brothers, New York & London | First Edition, 1923 SUMMARY Few writers did more to define the mythology of the American West than Zane Grey, whose novels introduced millions of readers to the deserts, canyons, frontier settlements, and moral conflicts that became synonymous with the Western genre. Published in 1923, Wanderer of the Wasteland is among Grey's enduring desert novels, following a man seeking redemption across the unforgiving landscapes of the American Southwest. The novel proved enormously influential, inspiring three separate film adaptations—a silent production in 1924, followed by sound adaptations in 1935 and 1945—a testament to its lasting popularity and cinematic appeal. This is the true First Edition, so stated on the copyright page, published by Harper & Brothers and illustrated by noted Western artist W. Herbert Dunton. Retaining its original pictorial dust jacket and offered in highly collectible condition, this volume represents an increasingly desirable example from one of the twentieth century's defining Western authors. CONDITION Publisher's original red cloth hardcover with black pictorial stamping depicting a lone cowboy overlooking a rugged Western landscape. Black lettering to the front board and spine remains strong and attractive. Binding is secure and tight. Light crushing is present at the head and foot of the spine, while corners remain remarkably sharp with only minimal shelf and edge wear. Hou

• Publisher: Harper & Brothers, New York & London
• Year: 1923
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Very Good

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