NY, Knopf, 1959. Updike's second book, first novel, winner of the Richard and Hinda Rosenthal Foundation Award of the American Academy and Institute of Arts and Letters, for a novel which, despite not being a commercial success, was nonetheless "a considerable literary achievement." Also nominated for the National Book Award. Signed by the author. Mild offsetting to front pastedown; else fine in a near fine dust jacket with one crease to the rear panel and foxing on verso. [#912063] SOLD