Tongues of the Monte [signed] [first edition]

Signed and inscribed by the author (signed with his last name) on front endpaper. First edition (same date on title and copyright pages with no additional printings). Hard cover published by Little, Brown and Co. in 1947. Hinge is split before half title page. Corners of covers are bumped some. Side and bottom edges of pages have some smudging. Dust jacket has darkened along spine and edges, is torn with missing pieces at both ends of spine, and has some edge wear. Dust jacket is in acceptable condition.; 9.13 X 6.57 X 1.11 inches; 301 pages; Signed by Author