The Missing Piece by Shel Silverstein First Edition First Printing with Dust Jacket 1976

Store Description

House of Genevieve is a curated bookseller specializing in collectible, vintage, and antiquarian books, with a particular emphasis on signed editions, first editions, and first/first printings. Our inventory also includes fine press books, leather-bound classics, and carefully selected works of literature, history, philosophy, and the arts.

Each book is individually sourced, photographed, inspected, and accurately described. We place a strong emphasis on condition, bibliographic detail, and honest representation. Edition points, publication details, signatures, and inscriptions are noted where applicable.

We do not use stock images, and we do not inflate or imply significance where it does not exist. If a dust jacket is present, it is clearly stated. If a book shows age, wear, or defects, they are disclosed plainly in the listing.

Many of our signed and collectible volumes originate from private libraries, estates, and long-held collections. Signatures are described precisely (signed, inscribed, dated, etc.), and listings include sufficient detail to allow collectors, institutions, and discerning readers to make informed decisions.

Images are of the actual book offered for sale. Photographs may be stylistically enhanced for clarity and presentation; however, the condition of each book is accurately represented and fully described.

Our focus is not on mass inventory, but on quality, provenance, and accurate cataloguing. Some books are intended to be read and enjoyed; others are best suited for collectors, researchers, or as lasting gifts.

Orders are shipped promptly and packaged with care appropriate to the age, condition, and value of the book.

House of Genevieve is built on the belief that books are more than objects — they are cultural artifacts, personal companions, and legacy pieces. Whether you are building a serious library, replacing a cherished volume, or searching for something uncommon, we are honored to assist.

If you are a consumer you can withdraw from the contract in accordance with the following. Consumer means any natural person who is acting for purposes which are outside his trade, business, craft or profession.

Information regarding the right of withdrawal

Statutory right to withdraw

You have the right to withdraw from this contract within 14 days without giving any reason.

The withdrawal period will expire after 14 days from the day on which you acquire, or a third party other than the carrier and indicated by you acquires, physical possession of the last good or the last lot or piece.

To exercise the right of withdrawal, electronically fill in and submit a clear statement on our website, under "My Purchases" in "My Account". We will communicate to you an acknowledgement of receipt of such a withdrawal on a durable medium (e.g. by e-mail) without delay.

To meet the withdrawal deadline, it is sufficient for you to send your communication concerning your exercise of the right of withdrawal before the withdrawal period has expired.

Effects of withdrawal

If you withdraw from this contract, we will reimburse to you all payments received from you, including the costs of delivery (except for the supplementary costs arising if you chose a type of delivery other than the least expensive type of standard delivery offered by us).

We may make a deduction from the reimbursement for loss in value of any goods supplied, if the loss is the result of unnecessary handling by you.

We will make the reimbursement without undue delay, and not later than 14 days after the day on which we are informed about your decision to withdraw from this contract.

We will make the reimbursement using the same means of payment as you used for the initial transaction, unless you have expressly agreed otherwise; in any event, you will not incur any fees as a result of such reimbursement.

We may withhold reimbursement until we have received the goods back, or you have supplied evidence of having sent back the goods, whichever is the earliest.

You shall send back the goods or hand them over to The House of Genevieve, Canton, Georgia, U.S.A., without undue delay and in any event not later than 14 days from the day on which you communicate your withdrawal from this contract to us. The deadline is met if you send back the goods before the period of 14 days has expired. You will have to bear the direct cost of returning the goods. You are only liable for any diminished value of the goods resulting from the handling other than what is necessary to establish the nature, characteristics and functioning of the goods.

Exceptions to the right of withdrawal

The right of withdrawal does not apply to:

1. The delivery of newspapers, journals or magazines with the exception of subscription contracts; and
2. The supply of digital content which is not supplied on a tangible medium (e.g. on a CD or DVD) if you accepted when you placed your order that we could start to deliver it, and that you could not withdraw once delivery had started.

SHIPPING TERMS

All books are carefully packaged to preserve condition during transit, with special attention given to collectible, antiquarian, signed, and first edition volumes. Protective packing methods are selected based on the age, size, weight, and fragility of each book.

Standard packaging includes dust jacket protection (when present), internal stabilization, bubble cushioning, reinforced corner support, and rigid outer mailers or appropriately sized boxes. Fragile or high-value books are boxed with structural reinforcement to prevent movement, spine stress, and jacket wear during handling and transport.

Clean recycled and new packing materials may be used where appropriate. Material selection prioritizes structural protection, moisture resistance, and transit safety rather than cosmetic packaging, in accordance with professional rare and antiquarian book shipping standards.

Handling Time:
Orders are processed and packed promptly following payment confirmation. Each book is packed individually to ensure condition preservation during shipment.

Shipping Method and Tracking:
Shipments are sent via reliable carriers with tracking when available. Delivery timelines may vary depending on carrier performance, destination, and seasonal postal volume.

Insurance and Signature Confirmation:
Higher-value and collectible items may be shipped with insurance and/or signature confirmation to ensure secure delivery and protection in transit. This is standard practice for rare and collectible books.

International Shipping:
International orders are securely packaged for long-distance transit and extended handling. Delivery times may vary due to customs processing and local carrier procedures. Buyers are responsible for any customs duties, VAT, import taxes, tariffs, or regulatory fees required by their country. Accurate customs documentation is provided for all international shipments.

Combined Orders:
Multiple books may be consolidated into a single shipment when safe to do so, with additional internal protection added to prevent shifting or impact damage.

Condition Protection:
Books with dust jackets, delicate bindings, or age-related characteristics are packed with additional stabilization and protective layering to ensure they arrive in the same condition as described and photographed.