Six Plays Of Clifford Odets (with a Preface by the Author)

Odets, Clifford

Published by The Modern Library, New York, 1939

About this Item

Modern Library #67. "First Modern Library Edition 1939" - stated on the copyright page. The dustjacket, which dates from Fall 1939, is the correct one to go with the book (per Toledano), listing "268 Outstanding Books." on the verso. The book is binding type 8, and has, atypically, plain white endpapers instead of the more usual Rockwell Kent designed endpapers. (I don't know if the endpapers are original to the book or not- if they have been replaced, it appears to be a very professional job). It is bound in full red cloth, with black accents stamped in gold, and is in fine condition (the only visible flaw being a thin strip of faint offsetting on each pastedown, near the gutter. The dustjacket, whose rear panel is in style "g" (used by the ML from 1936-44) is very good plus with light edge wear and a bit of fading (and a few small spots) on the rear panel. The white writing on the delicate yellow background (on the rear panel) is mostly legible, but just barely. There is some mild rubbing on the front panel. The only tear of any consequence is about 3/4" long, with an associated crease, at the top of the front panel. The spine is unfaded, the flaps are unfaded and uncreased, and the original dustjacket price of "95 cents a copy" remains. Seller Inventory # D30

Bibliographic Details

Title: Six Plays Of Clifford Odets (with a Preface ...

Publisher: The Modern Library, New York

Publication Date: 1939

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: Fine

Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good

Edition: 1st Edition