Author: Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
Title: The Little Prince
Publisher: Reynal & Hitchcock, New York
Year: 1943 (True First Edition in English)
Translator: Katherine Woods
Binding: Tan cloth with burgundy illustration and lettering
Illustrations: Full-color illustrations by the author

Details:
Offered here is a true first edition of The Little Prince, the beloved classic by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, published in 1943 by Reynal & Hitchcock. This was the first English-language edition and remains one of the most sought-after modern first editions of the 20th century.

This edition includes the original dedication to Léon Werth, Katherine Woods’ first English translation, and the author’s iconic illustrations printed in color.

Condition:

• Binding: Tan cloth boards with burgundy illustration of the Little Prince. Significant water staining and discoloration present on the front and back covers; some fraying along the spine edges.

• Interior: Pages show expected age toning, light foxing, and some stains, but remain complete and legible.

• Illustrations: Original color plates are intact and retain brightness.

• No dust jacket.

Graded Fair to Good. Despite the flaws, this is a solid, complete copy of a rare and historically important book.

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