[Signed] A Tree Grows in Brooklyn, SIGNED Betty Smith [Near Fine] [Hardcover]

""A Tree Grows in Brooklyn"" by Betty Smith. First edition first printing with ""First Edition"" stated on the copyright page. Signed by the author Betty Smith on a professionally tipped in page from a signed limited edition issued by the publisher - therefore the authenticity is guaranteed. Published by Harper & Brothers, New York, 1943. The book measures 5.5"" x 8.25"", 443 pages. With an original first printing dust jacket, with no text on the verso. The dust jacket is in fair condition. Heavy creasing and folding to the panels with tears and chips at the edges. Large piece of the spine missing at the bottom and onto the front panel. Chipping at the joints and flap folds. Tape repairs made to the verso at the flap folds and joints. The original price of $2.75 present on the front flap. The book is in near fine condition. The green cloth boards are very well preserved. Sun-fading to the areas no longer protected by the dust jacket. Previous owner's name at the top of the front pastedown. Old bookstore ticket on the rear pastedown. Please view the many other rare titles available for purchase at our store. We are always interested in purchasing individual or collections of fine books.