Submarine! Edward L Beach 1952 Hardcover 1st Edition First Print Dust Jacket
$65 · Offered by eBay
First edition
Title: Submarine! A Personal Account of War Beneath the Sea Author: Commander Edward L. Beach, USN Publisher: Henry Holt and Company, New York Publication Date: 1952 Edition: True First Edition, First Printing (Confirmed by the single 1952 copyright line and absence of subsequent print indicators) Binding: Hardcover with original dust jacket About the Book: Up for sale is a verified true first edition, first printing of Commander Edward L. Beach’s legendary naval memoir, Submarine!. Published in 1952, this is widely celebrated as the first major book about World War II submarine combat in the Pacific written by a man who actually commanded them. It details the harrowing missions of the USS Trigger and other historic vessels. This copy features the original dust jacket designed by iconic American graphic artist Milton Glaser. Condition Details: Dust Jacket: Present. Shows some vintage shelf wear, edge rubbing, and minor creasing/chipping typical for its age, but retains its striking imagery and the Milton Glaser credit on the front flap. (Please review photos for exact jacket condition). Binding & Spine: Hardcover boards are securely bound. The spine features crisp white lettering with the distinct "HOLT" imprint at the base. Pages: The interior title page features the iconic double-page submarine silhouette artwork. The text pages are complete, secure, and clean. Please review photos carefully for item condition and description
- Year: 1952
- ISBN: 9780965070270
- Condition: Good
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