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A Passage to India
by Forster, E. M
- Used
- first
- Condition
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- Seller
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Portland, Oregon, United States
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About This Item
London: Edward Arnold & Co, 1924. First edition. First edition, first printing. 325, [3] pp. Bound in publisher's dark red ribbed cloth with titles stamped in black. Near Fine with sharp lettering and very little wear. Small dampstain to top edge, tiny stain to rear board, former owner's name written on front free endpaper. Lacking dust jacket. A lovely copy.
The British author's final and best-known novel, which inspired the 1984 film by David Lean. Routinely named to lists of the best novels of the 20th century.
Synopsis
A Passage to India by E.M. Forster is considered a monumental work of English Literature. The book tells the story of race and empire in India during the British Raj. A false accusation of sexual assault based on racist English assumptions forms the basis of the story. Dr. Aziz, a Muslim physician, is accused of assaulting a young woman during an expedition to Marabar Caves. The trial and ultimate consequences of the accusation expose the deep problems with British governance in India during this period, and the depth of feeling opposed to British rule among the Indian people. The book has received several awards, including the James Talt Black Memorial Prize in 1924, and is present on several lists of the best books of the twentieth century.
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Details
- Bookseller
- Burnside Rare Books, ABAA
(US)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 140944846
- Title
- A Passage to India
- Author
- Forster, E. M
- Book Condition
- Used
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- First edition
- Publisher
- Edward Arnold & Co
- Place of Publication
- London
- Date Published
- 1924
- Bookseller catalogs
- Literature;
Terms of Sale
Burnside Rare Books, ABAA
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About the Seller
Burnside Rare Books, ABAA
Biblio member since 2010
Portland, Oregon
About Burnside Rare Books, ABAA
Burnside Rare Books specializes in literary first editions and works of cultural and historic significance. We are located in Portland, Oregon and welcome visitors by appointment.
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- Cloth
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