Atwood, Margaret.

GIVING BIRTH, "Advance Uncorrected Proof of"; [Cover title: DANCING GIRLS and Other Stories].

[Toronto]: (McClelland & Stewart), no-date [circa 1977]. First edition. First appearance of the final story for Atwood’s then-upcoming DANCING GIRLS, her first collection of short stories. Issued as an “Advance Uncorrected Proof” containing only “Giving Birth” (pp. [207]-[222] in the proof; pp. 239-254 in the book). 8vo stapled cream paperwraps with photo of Atwood by partner Graeme Gibson on front. Fine with bookplate SIGNED BY ATWOOD tipped inside front cover. Quite scarce. TOGETHER WITH a copy of the first edition of the book SIGNED BY ATWOOD on title page (near fine in near fine dust jacket).
Item #72062

Price: $1,250.00