Description: The Moon Is Down Author: Steinbeck, John Title: The Moon Is Down Publication: New York: The Viking Press, 1942 Edition: First edition Description: Publisher's advance copy in wraps, Very Good + on account of some bumping to the upper front corner and some light creasing to the spine. With the first issue point of a large period between "talk" and "this" on page 112. Surprisingly scarce in anything approaching this condition. Housed in a custom cloth slipcase with chemise.An immensely popular war-time novel, thinly disguised to garner hope and bolster resistance against the Nazis. "When The Moon is Down appeared in 1942, it ignited some of the most incendiary discourse among prominent literary critics that year" because of its anti-Reich stance and its thinly veiled criticism of American isolationism. (SITS). A great debate centered on Steinbeck's depiction of Nazis, which some found too humanizing and others saw as overly one-dimensional. "It was not until after the war that it became clear how realistic Steinbeck's portrayal of the occuppied town and its invaders had been" and in 1943 the Chicago Tribune announced that the book had been voted as the year's best fiction. Very Good + Seller ID: 4096 Subject: Gift Ideas, Literature, Modern Firsts Whitmore Rare Books was founded in 2010 with the aim of drawing together exceptional first editions of important literary works. Over the past several years, the shop has become a world-class destination for both seasoned collectors as well as those people newly discovering the field. WRB maintains a reputation for rigorous research and integrity, for discriminating taste, and for creating a space where collectors can interact with amazing copies of the books they love. Terms All orders ship within three business days. All items are guaranteed to be as described or they may be returned within 14 days of receipt for a full refund.This listing was created by Bibliopolis.
Price: 800 USD
Location: Pasadena, California
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Author: Steinbeck, John
Publisher: The Viking Press
Year Printed: 1942
Special Attributes: 1st Edition
Language: English
Original/Facsimile: Original
