signed
2007 · London
by Rowling, J.K.
London: Bloomsbury, 2007. Fine.. Inscribed first printings of the deluxe editions in the fantasy series, all dedicated to the same family, with three additionally signed "Jo." These deluxe editions, slightly larger in format and produced with higher quality materials, were one way Bloomsbury responded to reader demand, especially in the gift market. Unfortunately, the Harry Potter market has been so hot in recent years that her signature is now notorious for its proliferation of forgeries, with even Rowling commenting on the problem (Deadline, "Rowling reveals many books 'signed' by her are fakes"). In such a market, a set like this – inscribed to a single family, friends of the author who called her "Jo," is exceptional. 7 volumes. Each volume in original cloth of various colors with tipped-in illustration, gilt-lettered front boards and spines, original silk ribbon markers. Without dust jackets as issued. Every volume inscribed to the same recipients; Philosopher's Stone, Half-Blood Prince, and Order of the Phoenix signed both "JK Rowling" and "Jo." Housed in custom red cloth slipcase. Nearly flawless.
(Inventory #: 1110)
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