THE SHADES BY BETTY BROCK - SIGNED - 1973 1st UK Edition Hardcover Gollancz OOP
by Brock, Betty, Betty Brock
$250 · Offered by eBay · No longer available
First edition · Signed
RARE Signed 1973 UK First Edition: THE SHADES by Betty Brock (Victor Gollancz) Overview Up for sale is an incredibly scarce copy of the 1973 UK First Edition of The Shades by Betty Brock, featuring a beautiful vintage cover illustration by Victoria de Larrea. Published by Victor Gollancz Ltd, this classic children’s fantasy is hard to find in its own right—but this particular copy is a true collector's piece, inscribed and signed by the author, Betty Brock. Given the author’s limited bibliography and rarity of signed materials, this is a phenomenal addition to any high-end children's literature or vintage fantasy collection. Item Specifics Title: The Shades Author: Betty Brock Illustrator: Victoria de Larrea Publisher: Victor Gollancz Ltd (London) Year: 1973 (True UK First Edition / First Printing) Format: Hardcover with Original Dust Jacket ISBN: 0-575-01565-9 Signature Details Inscribed in blue ink by the author on the front free endpaper: "To Madeline Boyer with best wishes — Betty Brock" The signature is clean, crisp, and perfectly preserved. Shipping & Handling As collectors ourselves, we understand the importance of safe delivery. This book will be meticulously wrapped in layers of bubble wrap and shipped securely inside a rigid box to prevent any edge blunting or jacket damage in transit. Tracking and insurance are included. Please review all high-resolution photos for a closer look at the exact condition of this beautiful volume. Feel free to reach out with any questi
- Publisher: Victor Gollancz Ltd
- Year: 1973
- Binding: Hardcover
- ISBN: 0575015659
- Condition: Good
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