THE NATURAL Bernard Malamud 1st edition HC DJ SIGNED true 1st edition in fine condition dedicated by author Start Price USD 7,500.00 Current Price USD 7,500.00 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Sunday, November 16, 2008 End Time Sunday, November 23, 2008 Location New York, New York See more about 'THE NATURAL Bernard Malamud 1st edition HC DJ SIGNED' Description This is a true first edition of The Natural, the baseball classic of Bernard Malamud very sought after by book collectors and baseball memorabilia alike.  It has been signed and dedicated on the front page by the author "For Ron, with good wishes, Bernard Malamud".  Very rare first edition copy signed by author. Both the book and dustjacket are in Near Fine condition (see pictures). There are no bumps to boards, very clean pages, dustjacket absolutely free of any damages (no chips or tears).  Beautiful condition.   The Natural Bernard Malamud Harcourt, Brace and Company, New York, 1952 True first edition, blue boards, original $3.00 price on front flap of dustjacket. Copyright page states "first edition" A very rare copy in great collectible condition to add to your library Please ask any questions you might have before placing your bid Contact/payment must be made effective within 48 hrs of auction end PayPal payments accepted only Careful wrap/rotection of book for shipping at no cost to buyer Shipping at cost Thank you and good luck bidding! Place a Bid!