Baum, L. Frank

The Wonderful Wizard of Oz

Geo. M. Hill Co, 1900. first. hardcover. very good. Item #2505020

First edition, first issue of the text, in original pictorial cloth "B" binding. All first issue points are present. Inserted title page and 23 full color inserted plates; 2nd state of plates with the plate facing p. 34 without dark blue dots on forehead of moon; plate facing p. 92 without red shading above horizon. Expertly recased, with original spine laid down. Internally clean and bright, with plates facing pages 14 and 92 strengthened along bottom edge. A very good copy. Housed in custom-made clamshell case.

Price: $8,500.00