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Why this book is valuable:

This is a rare Association Copy of one of the most important works in social anthropology.

This specific volume belonged to the legendary British anthropologist John Middleton (1921–2009).The Connection: Middleton was a student of the author, Max Gluckman, at Oxford.

The Date:

Signed and inscribed "Oxford 1956" (as shown in photos), placing it in his personal library just months after its 1955 publication.

The Significance:

It represents a direct link between two giants of the "Manchester School." Association copies between a mentor and their most famous student are the highest tier of collectible academic history.

2. Item SpecificsCondition:

Very Good (Vintage)Format:

HardcoverPublisher: Basil Blackwell (Oxford)Publication Year:

1955 Special Attributes: 1st Edition, Association Copy, Signed by Notable Owner.

3. General DescriptionTitle:

Custom and Conflict in AfricaAuthor: Max GluckmanYear:

1955 (True First Edition)This is the original UK printing by Basil Blackwell. It remains a cornerstone of African Studies and Social Anthropology. This specific copy sat in the personal library of John Middleton (Professor at Yale and UCL) for decades.4. Detailed

Condition DescriptionOverall

Condition: Very Good

(Vintage)Spine: Uniform sun-fading (toning) standard for this red cloth edition. Gilt lettering remains visible.

Boards:

Original red cloth is clean and vibrant. Negligible rubbing to the bottom-right front corner.Binding: Sturdy and tight.

Note:

Minor adhesive ghosting/toning visible in the gutter when opened deep; however, there are no holes, tears, or structural issues. A tiny fraction of wear is present at the very top and bottom of the spine.

Interior Pages:

Bright and crisp. No underlining or highlighting.Points of Note:Page 4: A very light, minor stain.Gutter (Pages 4–5): A very faint mark/stain.Margins (Pages 19, 20, 21): Minor, faint handling smudges.General: Occasional minuscule spots of light foxing and very light handling creases.

Random pages minuscule spots just to be safe, Transparent and might not be, Just being over critical so there is no misunderstanding for buyers

Dust Jacket: Not included.

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