Canadian Arts, Culture & History

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LOT 643

Lot 643

Margaret Atwood (Canadian, b.1939)

Margaret Atwood (Canadian, b.1939)
Lot 643 Details
Margaret Atwood (Canadian, b.1939)

THE HANDMAID'S TALE

8vo., 1st edition, ©1985, O.W. Toad Ltd., unclipped, Printed and bound in Canada by T.H. Best Printing Company Ltd. for McClelland and Stewart Ltd. Toronto, 1985
9.4 x 6.5 in — 24 x 16.5 cm

Estimate $100-$150

Realised: $325
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Margaret Atwood (Canadian, b.1939)
  • Margaret Atwood (Canadian, b.1939)

CONDITION DETAILS

In good condition; the unclipped dust jacket in protective acetate sleeve

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  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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