A SIGNED UK first edition, first impression - with a complete number string which includes the number 1.
The Wrapper : The wrapper on this copy is very bright, is unfaded, and is complete. It is unclipped. Looks very sharp.
The Book : The book is square and very tight. There are no previous ownership inscriptions. The boards are clean and unfaded, the corners sharp. The pages and closed page edges are clean. The binding is tight - no cracked hinges. No remainder marks. This copy has been FLAT SIGNED by John Banville to the title page. Accompanying the book is a FINE condition UK proof copy. Both the book and the proof are housed in a custom made slipcase.
