Margaret Atwood / SURFACING INSCRIBED TO PAMELA FRY Signed 1st Edition 1972

Description: SURFACING - INSCRIBED TO PAMELA FRY Author: Atwood, Margaret Title: SURFACING - INSCRIBED TO PAMELA FRY Publication: Toronto: McClelland and Stewart Limited, 1972 Edition: First Edition Description: A distinguished copy of Atwood's second novel, touching on themes of gender identity, environmental conservation, and Canadian nationalism. Fry (1917-?) was employed at McClelland and Stewart from 1965-1971, working closely with Farley Mowat, Sinclair Ross, and Ernest Buckler. Significantly, she served as the editor for Atwood's debut, The Edible Woman (1969), as well as Surfacing, before taking a position with the federal government. An uncommonly good and early association copy. First Impression. Octavo (22cm); grey paper-covered boards, with titles stamped in gilt on spine; dustjacket; [6],7-192pp. Inscribed by Atwood on the title page to her editor, Pamela Fry: "For Pam Fry / my very splendid editor / with love / Peggy Atwood." Spine ends gently nudged, hint of sunning to upper and lower board edges, else a clean, Near Fine copy. Dustjacket is unclipped (priced $6.95), with gentle sunning to spine, and some pinpoint wear to corner tips; Near Fine. Seller ID: 6506 Subject: Association Copies, Literature Captain Ahab's Rare Books pursues fine books in all fields, with a special emphasis in 19th and 20th century literature, manuscripts, association copies, mystery & science fiction. We are proud members of the Virginia Antiquarian Booksellers Association. Terms All items are guaranteed to be as described or they may be returned within 30 days of receipt for a full refund.This listing was created by Bibliopolis.

Price: 1925 USD

Location: Stephenson, Virginia

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