1999
79pp.
Jonathan Cape, London 

A fine first Steadman edition of this semi-fictional work by celebrated author, Roald Dahl.

The first Steadman edition, first impression with complete number line. In the original unclipped dust wrapper. 

Now displayed at The British Museum, the work tells the true story of a series of thirty four exquisite pieces of Roman tableware discovered in Mildenhall, Suffolk, in 1942. 

Illustrated throughout by Welsh artist, Ralph Steadman. Steadman illustrated many classic titles, including Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, Orwell’s Nineteen Eighty-Four and is perhaps best known for his longtime collaborative relationship with Hunter S. Thompson.

In the original cloth binding in the original unclipped dust wrapper. Externally in lovely condition. Dust wrapper is in excellent condition with minor shelf wear only. Internally firmly bound. Pages bright and clean.

Grading: FINE in a FINE dust wrapper.