Published by Victor Gollancz, London; 1997. 285pp. 8vo. First edition, first impression. Condition: Fine/Very Good+.
A beautiful example of this first edition, the twenty-first from the Discworld series. Bound in it’s original black boards with gilt title to the spine, the binding is square and tight with barely a hint of bumping to the corners and spine ends, it is in very smart and collectible condition. Inside, the pages are clean and bright and free from blemishes or wear, with just a touch of toning to the pages.
The dust jacket is also in smart condition, unclipped and as bright as the day it was published, illustrated by Josh Kirby. There is a little shelf wear, with one small tear to the rear top corner, and a small black mark to the bottom of the rear panel, but it is otherwise in clean condition.
In all, this is a particularly lovely example of this first edition, appearing barely read and in near perfect condition. It is the twenty-first instalment from Pratchett’s phenomenally successful series, and it sees Discworld go to war, with armies of sardines, warriors, fishermen, squid and at least one very camp follower. It would be the perfect addition to any book collection or an excellent gift for any lover of the Discworld series.