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A striking 1948 First Illustrated Edition of A Farewell to Arms by Ernest Hemingway, published by Charles Scribner's Sons, New York, with illustrations by Daniel Rasmusson. One of Hemingway's most enduring novels, this World War I classic follows American ambulance driver Frederic Henry and his tragic romance with Catherine Barkley amid the chaos of war.
This edition is especially collectible for its elegant mid-century design and expressive black-and-white illustrations throughout the text. Bound in a simple yet sophisticated gray cloth hardcover with paper spine label, it makes a beautiful addition to any Hemingway collection, vintage library, or classic literature shelf.
Condition:
Good vintage condition overall. Gray cloth boards show light age wear, rubbing, and some faint discoloration/spotting as shown in photos. Spine label remains intact and readable. Interior pages are clean with mild age toning. Binding appears solid. Previous owner name written neatly on the front pastedown/endpaper. Illustrated plates remain crisp and attractive. No dust jacket present.
Box number 26