The Ruined Map. de Kobo Abe - 2001.

New York, NY G.P. Putnam's Sons: Perigee Books, 2001. Paperback First Edition thus [1980]; Third Printing. Near Fine in Wraps: shows foxing to the outside edges; just a hint of rubbing to the extremitis; else flawless; the binding remains square and secure; the text is clean. Free of creases to the panels. Free of creases to the backstrip. Free of creased or dog-eared pages in the text. Free of any ownership names, dates, addresses, notations, inscriptions, stamps, or labels. A handsome nearly-new copy, structurally sound and tightly bound, showing the mildest wear and a noticeable cosmetic flaw. The text pages and exterior are bright and clean. Corner tips are sharp. Close to 'As New'. NOT a Remainder, Book-Club, or Ex-Library. 8vo. (8 x 5.5 x 0.75 inches). 299 pages. Translated from the Japanese by E. Dale Saunders. Language: English. Weight: 12 ounces. First Edition thus [1980]; Third Printing. Trade Paperback.