Holt, Rinehart and Winston, New York, 1972. A fine, collectible first edition copy of this early short novel by this National Book Award, PEN/Faulkner Award, and Pulitzer Prize Award winning author. First Edition, First printing as indicated by ""First Edition"" printed on copyright page. A fine, hardcover copy, maroon cloth covered boards, maroon cloth covered spine with gold lettering. Spine is tight, but leans slightly. Board corners not bumped, but just short of sharp. Wear on bottom board edges from typical shelving. Not ex-library, no previous owner markings, book plates, or remainder marks. Bright, unclipped dust jacket ($4.95 price intact) encased in protective dust jacket. Shipped in well-padded box.