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The Peter Benchley Collection: Jaws, A Life of Writing, A Legacy of Ocean Conservation.
Lot 183:
Description
Peter Benchley (American, 1940-2006). Hardcover book, Tiburón Blanco, first Spanish edition. Originally published in English as White Shark in 1994, this Spanish translation by Enric Tremps was released by Editorial Planeta in Barcelona in April 1995 as part of the Colección Bestseller Mundial, number 216. The book was printed in Spain by Hurope, S. L. on Offset Editorial Ahuesado paper by Clariana, S. A., and bound by Eurobinder. 9 3/8" H x 6 1/4" W x 1" 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 near fine condition. The pictorial dust jacket is bright and complete, showing only very minor shelf wear and light rubbing to the back panel (photo 8). The red cloth binding remains crisp with sharp corners and a firm spine. The internal pages are clean, white, and free of inscriptions, foxing, or markings.
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