James and the Giant Peach, First UK Edition, 1967

Regular price £175.00

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Written by Roald Dahl.

Illustrated by Michel Simeon.

Published by George Allen & Unwin Ltd in 1967.

First UK Edition / First Printing 

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: VG+. A nice clean copy with no pen marks or inscriptions. Some of the laminate on front cover has peeled back, but otherwise in great condition. 

A First UK Edition of Roald Dahl’s James and the Giant Peach, a coveted book that has appreciated steadily in value since its publication in 1967.

This iconic story follows an orphan who befriends a bunch of  anthropomorphic bugs who live inside a giant peach, and escapes his two cruel Aunts to embark on a perilous journey to New York City.

Most rare booksellers sell this first George Allen & Unwin edition, in similar condition, at between £300 and £500.

We’re pricing this lovely clean copy at £200.