First Among Equals, Jeffrey Archer — 1st Edition, Signed, Inscribed

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First Among Equals, Jeffrey Archer — 1st Edition, Signed, Inscribed

Name: First Among Equals, Jeffrey Archer — 1st Edition, Signed, Inscribed
Brand: Broadhursts Books
SKU: 6327
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Publication: London, Hodder and Stoughton, 1984

Formatting: 8vo, pp. [viii], 446.

Condition Report: Near Fine. The book presents in exceptional, tight condition, standing remarkably square with a firm binding. The original rich brown cloth boards are impeccably clean, entirely free from corner bumping or shelf-wear, while the gilt tooling to the spine remains sharp, bright, and completely unoxidised. Internally, the text block is highly presentable; the pages are crisp and bright, exhibiting only the faintest, uniform age-toning to the page edges that is entirely standard for the paper stock. The dust jacket is likewise excellently preserved, remaining vibrant and unclipped, benefiting greatly from the presence of the original printed "SIGNED" wrap-around band, which has protected the wrapper from standard edge curling or rubbing.

Catalogue Note: A true first edition, first printing of this quintessential political novel, featuring the sharp, satirical caricatures of political figures by Charles Griffin.

What makes this particular volume highly notable is the provenance on the title page. Rather than a standard, flat signature commonly encountered with Archer’s releases, this copy features a distinctly warm, personal presentation inscription from the author in blue ink: “Thank you for all your kindness to my Mum. Jeffrey Archer.”

While standard signed first editions of this title are common on the open market, copies bearing such an intimate, personal association, especially those retaining the original, fragile printed "SIGNED" belly band, are considerably scarcer and highly collectible.

Set against the turbulent and cutthroat backdrop of Westminster from the 1960s onwards, First Among Equals masterfully traces the interconnected lives and bitter rivalries of four ambitious British politicians. Spanning three decades of electoral triumphs, personal scandals, and shifting allegiances, the narrative is a gripping exploration of political manoeuvring, raw ambition, and the profound personal costs of public life, culminating in the ultimate, high-stakes battle for the office of Prime Minister.

Book Condition: Near Fine

Book Authors: Jeffrey Archer

Book Publisher: Hodder and Stoughton

Book Language: English

Narrative Type: Fiction

Genre: Modern Fiction

Book edition: First Edition

Signed: Yes

Book Pages: 446

Book Publication Year: 1984

Book Publication Date:

Book Binding: Hardcover

Illustrator: Charles Griffin

Book Series: N/A

Country/region of manufacture: Aylesbury, United Kingdom

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