Description: The Books These are RARE SIGNED & Dedicated Uncorrected Proofs of the 1st Print of the 1st UK and US hardback editions published by Marion Boyars in 1995 [Two variant bound proof copies, each signed (in both English and Japanese), dated and dedicated with a heartfelt note to his publisher, Marion Boyars]Are these the ultimate dedication copies? In both volumes, the Noble Prize-Winner personally thanks Marion for her encouragement and support in getting his work published in English and ultimately “offering the chance of literary redemption in your country, and in myself” - what an accolade.The US Proof is glossy with the book design seemingly on its side. With a slightly later publication date than the UK.The UK Proof is in yellow card wraps with the book design in black and white, mirroring the final book design.Nobel prize winners dedication copies are extremely rare and we have never come across such a heartfelt message, in both examples. These unique and important items of publishing history belong in a museum. The exciting Marion Boyars imprint was wound down in 2009 and published some of the most adventurous writing in the UK. Marion herself died in 1999 and Kenzaburo sadly passed away in March 2023. The Blurb Nip the Buds, Shoot the Kids recounts the exploits of 15 teenage reformatory boys evacuated to a remote mountain village in wartime. The boys are treated as delinquent outcasts - feared and detested by the local peasants. When plague breaks out, their hosts abandon them and flee, blockading them inside the empty village. The boys' brief and doomed attempt to build autonomous lives of self-respect, love, and tribal valour fails in the face of death and the adult nightmare of war. We have loads of other great Proof copies available, including many signed copies. If you cannot see what you are looking for, please ask, as we have an extensive catalogue that is unlisted. ♻️ We care about our environment and all our packaging is either biodegradable, (even our bubblewrap), recyclable, or recycled. ♻️ If you would prefer either type of packaging, please do let us know when you order. Of course, returns are accepted; please see our returns ol📮 If you require a particular postage service, please ask when purchasing. Normal domestic postage for this book would be recorded, sent in secure packaging, and will cost nothing. International Buyers we offer a signed, tracked Air Mail service for £30. Please expect to wait up to four weeks for delivery, although they do aim to deliver within a week. A tracking number will be provided for your convenience. We are proud that customers from the US, Canada, New Zealand, Australia, Japan, Hong Kong, and Dubai (UAE) have received books from us in the described condition. _gsrx_vers_1634 (GS 9.6 (1634))
Price: 1500 GBP
Location: London
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Binding: Paperback
Special Attributes: 1st Edition, Uncorrected Proof
Language: English
Original/Facsimile: Original
Signed: No
