1947 Nevil Shute The Chequer Board First Australian Edition Heinemann
Language: English
Published by William Heinemann Ltd., Australia, 1947
- First Edition
- Hardcover
- Used
Seller: WORLD VINTAGE STORE PTY LTD, Melbourne, VIC, AustraliaWORLD VINTAGE STORE PTY LTD
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Condition: Used - Very good
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"A compelling wartime medical drama exploring the human condition through the lens of an RAF officer recovering from a severe head injury. Shute's narrative follows a doctor treating a patient with profound physical and psychological wounds, unfolding intimate character studies set against the backdrop of post-war British life. The novel examines recovery, purpose, and the resilience of the human spirit through subtle character interaction and reflective prose. Details ISBN: Not stated Publisher: William Heinemann Ltd. (Melbourne; London; Toronto) Author: Nevil Shute Illustrator: Not stated Country: Australia Binding: Hardcover with dust jacket - original UK Dust Jacket Publication Year: 1947 Printed In: Australia (registered at GPO Melbourne for transmission by post as a book) Condition This is a first Australian edition in solid condition with notable wear consistent with age. The dust jacket is present but shows significant fading and edge wear—the bright red colour has muted to a softer rust tone, with visible creasing and minor losses to the spine and corners. The hardcover boards underneath are sound, though the cloth shows light marking and general ageing. Pages are clean and cream-coloured with no foxing beyond occasional light spotting. The binding is tight and secure. The Book Society Choice stamp appears on the rear jacket. Interior inscription present on preliminary pages. Overall a well-handled reading copy of a scarce early Australian edition with jacket present—a strong addition for Shute collectors or wartime fiction enthusiasts.".…
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- Title
- 1947 Nevil Shute The Chequer Board First Australian Edition Heinemann
- Author
- Nevil Shute
- Publisher
- William Heinemann Ltd., Australia
- Publication year
- 1947
- Condition
- Very Good
- Dust jacket
- Dust Jacket Included
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
- Edition
- 1st Edition
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