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The Peter Benchley Collection: Jaws, A Life of Writing, A Legacy of Ocean Conservation.
Lot 110:
Description
Peter Benchley (American, 1940-2006). First Hong Kong Chinese language edition of the novel Jaws, titled Husha Jinghun. Published by Literary Book House, Hong Kong, in October 1975. The volume features a grey pictorial softcover wrapper with the title in orange Chinese characters above a blue-tinted shark graphic. The interior is printed on standard mass-market paper and includes a preface by Liu Chenghan. The copyright page identifies the translator as Da Zhi and the printer as Wing Tai Cheung Printing Co., Ltd. 7 3/8" H x 5 1/8" W x 3/4" D.
From the personal collection of Peter Benchley (American, 1940–2006), acclaimed author of Jaws, accomplished diver, and prominent advocate for ocean and shark conservation.
Proceeds from the Peter Benchley Collection will benefit five ocean conservation organizations: Peter Benchley Ocean Awards, WildAid, Beneath the Waves, Blue Frontier and Environmental Defense Fund.
Condition report:
The book is in good vintage condition with significant uniform age-toning and browning to the interior page block and endpapers. The softcover wrapper shows minor shelf wear, light surface scuffing, and wear to the corners. The perfect-bound spine remains intact, with observable adhesive aging and light compression in the gutter.
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