Diary of a Young Girl - Anne Frank (Doubleday & Company, 1952 HC) 1st thus

First book club edition (print number not stated) hardcover copy of Anne Frank: Diary of a Young Girl (Doubleday & Company, 1952). Rare first BCE with original jacket. Pictorial endpapers and a few illustrations within body of text. The stirring memoir of a girl persecuted by the Nazis during WWII. Jacket now protected in new (removable) archival sleeve, but with some wear, especially around the edges which have creases, chipping, tears and a few missing bits. Jacket spine ends most affected. Boards are straight and clean but with corners slightly bumped. A few instances of mildly split binding though spine is straight and binding remains mighty on the whole. Tanning pages that are otherwise clean and unmarked. See photos for condition.Packaged with care and shipped via USPS Media Mail Perfect for everyday use. excellent materials and excellent craftsmanship ensure long-lasting durability.