Second Best

This first edition of "Second Best" is in good condition, considering its ex-library status. The dust jacket is intact but shows signs of wear, including minor edge wear and library markings. The binding remains sturdy, and the pages are clean, with no inscriptions or signatures. A library stamp from Gaines County Library is present, adding to its provenance.

"Second Best" by Barbara Clayton, published in 1963 by Funk & Wagnalls Company, Inc., New York, is a first edition of this intriguing work. This edition is distinct for its original 1963 publication, making it a valuable find for collectors interested in mid-20th-century literature. The book is housed in a vibrant dust jacket, indicative of the era's design sensibilities, though it bears some wear typical of library circulation. Barbara Clayton's work, though not widely known, offers unique insights and narratives reflective of its time. This copy is an ex-library edition from Gaines County Library, Seminole, Texas, adding an element of historical provenance. The physical condition is solid with all pages intact, making it a worthy addition to any collection seeking to preserve literary history.