• Very Old Bones by William Kennedy, 1992 Viking first edition, signed - front of dust jacket with inset of inscription
  • Very Old Bones by William Kennedy, 1992 Viking first edition, signed - front of dust jacket
  • Very Old Bones by William Kennedy, 1992 Viking first edition, signed - spine
  • Very Old Bones by William Kennedy, 1992 Viking first edition, signed - rear of dust jacket
  • Very Old Bones by William Kennedy, 1992 Viking first edition, signed - dust jacket flaps and boards
  • Very Old Bones by William Kennedy, 1992 Viking first edition, signed - family tree page
  • Very Old Bones by William Kennedy, 1992 Viking first edition, signed - inscription and signature on title page
  • Very Old Bones by William Kennedy, 1992 Viking first edition, signed - copyright page
  • Very Old Bones by William Kennedy, 1992 Viking first edition, signed - Chapter 1 opening page
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Very Old Bones

Very Old Bones

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Condition: Like New

Book Notes: Boards, spine and pages clean; binding tight. Dust jacket bright with minimal shelf wear. Inscribed and signed by William Kennedy on the title page: "For Don, who wants people to like Albany, & I do".

Author(s): William Kennedy
Edition: First Edition

Print: 1st Print

Publication year: 1992

Binding: Hardcover

Language: English

Publisher: Viking

Condition: Like New
ISBN: 9780670834570

A first edition, first printing of William Kennedy's 1992 novel of the Phelan family in his Albany cycle, inscribed and signed by the author. Written as a memoir by Orson Purcell, the illegitimate son of painter Peter Phelan, it builds toward a family gathering in 1958 while moving back through earlier years of the family's history.

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  • Like New

    This book is in excellent condition and appears to have been read only once. The pages are clean and unmarked, with no creases or stains. The binding remains firm and tight. There may be minimal signs of shelf wear on the cover or dust jacket, but overall, the book looks and feels nearly new.

  • Very Good

    This book has been read but remains in great condition. It does not look new, yet there is no obvious damage to the cover. Wear and tear are minimal. The pages are clean, free of highlighting or notes, though it may contain identifying marks from a previous owner or bookstore.

  • Good

    This book shows moderate to heavy signs of wear that can include creases, stains or tears. The cover may have minimal damage, and the binding remains intact with slight wear. The majority of pages are undamaged, though there may be some highlighting, underlining, or notes. It may also contain identifying marks from a previous owner or bookstore.

  • Acceptable

    This book shows significant wear, which may include tears, large stains, creases, loose pages, and heavy notes, underlining, or highlighting. The binding may be loose but remains intact. While it has noticeable imperfections, it is still a complete and readable copy. Any major defects will be clearly noted in the listing.

  • As Described

    This book is visibly worn and may be heavily soiled, scuffed, stained, or spotted. It may have loose joints, hinges, or pages, and some text or pages may be missing. Large tears and other significant defects may be present. While still a readable copy, it shows substantial signs of use. Any major flaws will be clearly noted in the listing.

  • Dust Jacket Grading

    (A) Excellent
    The dust jacket is in excellent condition, may show the slightest signs of shelf wear, if any.

    (B) Good
    Shows minor shelf wear, usually along edges and may have a few light stains.

    (C) Fair
    Displays moderate shelf wear, including some noticeable small tears, creasing and/or stains.

    (D) Poor
    Contains large tears, several creases, and/or heavy staining.

    (F) As Is
    Shows significant wear and tear. Majority of dust jacket is torn or missing. May contain heavy staining.