THE SATANIC VERSES, Salman Rushdie (1989)

Viking. 1st US Edition, 9th Printing.

Cloth-bound hardcover measuring 9.5 x 6.5 x 2 inches. Black boards with gilded lettering along spine. Book is in Very Good condition. Binding is tight and pages are clean and intact. No markings or stamps and minimal shelfwear. Subtle age-toning and spotting to edge of text block. Dustjacket is also in Very Good condition. Edges are sharp with no chipping or tears. Original cover price is unclipped on inside flap. Jacket has been wrapped in fresh mylar. This is a handsome early copy of the acclaimed allegorical novel by the author of MIDNIGHT'S CHILDREN.