Published by Bloomsbury Publishing, London; 2014. 8vo. First edition, first impression. **Signed by author** Condition: Fine/Fine.
Bound in original green cloth boards, the binding is square and tight and in excellent condition, free from damage or wear. Inside, the pages are clean and bright, with no blemishes or marks to note. It has the complete number line to the copyright page and reads "First published in Great Britain in 2014", denoting a true first edition, first impression. The book is signed by the author to the title page, reading "To Clare, All the best, Kamila Shamsie".
The book is housed in an equally smart, unclipped, dust jacket. ait is bright and smart with no marks or damage to speak of.
Overall, this is a particularly lovely example of this novel, by the author of 'Burnt Shadows' and 'Home Fire'. It was shortlisted for the Bailey's Prize in 2014 and is a powerful story of friendship, injustice, love, and betrayal. It takes you across the globe, into the heart of empires fallen and conquered and reminds us that we all have our place in the chaos of history, with so much that is lost never forgotten. This beautiful book would be a perfect addition to any modern firsts collection.