Erewhon or Over the Range

The book is in fair condition, with visible wear on the cover and spine, including some edge wear and slight discoloration. The binding remains intact, ensuring the book is readable. There is no dust jacket, and the pages show typical age-related toning. Overall, it is a well-preserved copy for its printing era.

"Erewhon or Over the Range" by Samuel Butler is a Signet Classic edition published by The New American Library in New York and Toronto. This edition, marked as the third printing, features an afterword by Kingsley Amis, copyrighted in 1960. Butler, known for his satirical and thought-provoking works, explores themes of utopian and dystopian societies in "Erewhon," a fictional land that reflects and critiques Victorian society. This edition stands out with its inclusion of Amis's afterword, offering additional insights into Butler's work. While not a first edition, this printing is a valuable addition to collections focusing on classic literature and social critique. The book is in paperback format, with signs of wear typical for its age, providing a tangible connection to mid-20th-century literary scholarship.