{"product_id":"sir-michael-and-sir-george-j-b-priestley-1st-edition","title":"Sir Michael and Sir George, J. B. Priestley — 1st Edition","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication\u003c\/strong\u003e: London, William Heinemann Ltd, 1964\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormatting\u003c\/strong\u003e: 8vo, pp. 256.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Report\u003c\/strong\u003e: Very Good. The publisher’s original blue cloth binding remains tight and square, with the boards crisp and the gilt titling to the spine notably bright and unoxidised. The text block exhibits some light, uniform toning to the edges, consistent with the paper stock of the period, but remains internally clean and free of extraneous marks. The original unclipped dust jacket (retaining the 21s. net price) displays bright, unfaded panels; however, it bears some creasing and a closed tear to the upper edge of the front panel, alongside minor shelf-wear and wrinkling to the spine ends. Overall, a highly presentable and robust copy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCatalogue Note\u003c\/strong\u003e: This is a first edition, first printing of Priestley’s comedic novel, issued in the original dust jacket featuring a striking modernist design by John Russell. The copyright page correctly states \"First published 1964\" with no subsequent printings listed. The book is relatively common on the open market but remains a desirable copy for collectors of Priestley’s later satirical works, particularly given the unclipped state of the wrapper and the brightness of the cloth binding. No previous ownership inscriptions or bookplates are present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eSir Michael and Sir George\u003c\/i\u003e, J. B. Priestley offers a sparkling, contemporary satire detailing the rivalry between two competing arts councils, COMSA and DISCUS. Bristling with comic invention, the narrative follows Sir Michael Stratherrick and Sir George Drake as their bureaucratic squabbles lead them through a diverse array of settings, from a Victorian mansion to the striptease clubs and expense-account restaurants of the 1960s. A witty and sagacious exploration of modern folly, delivered with Priestley's signature blend of sharp observation and engaging storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Broadhursts Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54482970640723,"sku":"4030","price":20.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/1469\/6787\/files\/20260729_155400.jpg?v=1785844185","url":"https:\/\/broadhurstsbooks.com\/products\/sir-michael-and-sir-george-j-b-priestley-1st-edition","provider":"Broadhursts Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}