A highly collectible 1935 First Public Edition / First Edition for General Circulation of T. E. Lawrence’s famous work Seven Pillars of Wisdom: A Triumph.

Published by Jonathan Cape, London, this is the first edition produced for general circulation, following the earlier privately printed editions.

The copyright page in this copy specifically states:

“Privately Printed 1926”

“First Published for General Circulation 1935”

BOOK DETAILS

• Author: T. E. Lawrence

• Title: Seven Pillars of Wisdom: A Triumph

• Publisher: Jonathan Cape, London

• Publication date: 1935

• First Public Edition / First Edition for General Circulation

• Printed in Great Britain at the Alden Press, Oxford

• Illustrations in photogravure by John Swain & Son Ltd

• Maps by the Chiswick Press Ltd

• Original binding

• Original printed dust jacket

CONDITION

This is an original 1935 vintage copy and is offered in used antique condition.

The original dust jacket is present, which is an attractive and desirable feature. It has considerable age-related wear, including creasing, surface marks, rubbing, discolouration and general signs of handling and storage. Please see photographs.

The book itself also shows signs of age and use, including wear to the binding and natural age toning to the page edges. The pages appear generally intact from inspection.

There may be occasional marks or imperfections consistent with a book of this age.

Please study all photographs carefully as they form part of the description and show the actual condition of the book and dust jacket.

A fascinating opportunity to own an early public edition of one of the most important and celebrated works associated with T. E. Lawrence (Lawrence of Arabia), the Arab Revolt and Middle Eastern history.

Ideal for collectors of T. E. Lawrence, military history, Middle Eastern history, first editions and historic books.

Please note: This is a genuine vintage 1935 publication, not a modern reproduction or facsimile.