Modern First Editions
Modern First Editions (Mid-20th Century Highlights)
Discover pristine UK first printings of landmark 20th-century fiction. Our curated selection features J.R.R. Tolkien, George MacDonald Fraser, Frederick Forsyth, Graham Greene, Ernest Hemingway, Daphne du Maurier, Robert Louis Stevenson, and other modern masters — all in original dust jackets, many in near-fine or better condition.
Perfect for UK and USA collectors seeking:
• Signed copies by literary giants
• True first issue points (correct ads, states, and prices)
• Full provenance & detailed condition reports
• Secure worldwide shipping from our UK headquarters
From The Lord of the Rings to The Day of the Jackal, The Quiet American, and Rebecca, every volume is individually photographed and expertly described — no stock images, no guesswork.
Contact us for valuations, wants lists, or rare variants. New modern firsts added weekly.
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