The product is a first edition, second printing hardcover book titled "The Sporting Club" by Thomas McGuane, published in 1968 by Simon & Schuster in New York. The book, written in English, falls under the genre of fiction. It is a special edition with the original cloth binding. This collectible item is a valuable piece for any antiquarian book collector, featuring the author's signature and illustrations, making it a unique and sought-after addition to any library.  This rare novel is an ex library book.