Lanark; A Life in Four Books, by Alasdair Gray, First American edition 1985, George Braziller

Lanark: A Life in Four Books is Alasdair Gray's masterpiece and one of the defining novels of modern Scottish literature. First published in 1981 after almost thirty years in the making, it blends realism, fantasy, political satire and autobiography in an ambitious and highly original narrative that established Gray's international reputation. Richly illustrated by the author and celebrated for its inventive structure and striking design, Lanark is widely regarded as one of the most important British novels of the late twentieth century.

Lanark; A Life in Four Books, by Alasdair Gray.

A wonderful work by Alasdair Gray, widely regarded as one of the most important figures in modern Scottish literature and art, who passed away on 29 December 2019. 

Published by George Braziller, New York. Stated first American edition. First impression, 1985. Printed in Great Britain.

A near fine black cloth hardback with gilt design to covers. With printed dustjacket -  now protected by clear, removable plastic. Text is bright and clean and all soundly bound. Speckled spotting to top edge of text block. Dustjacket is very good - some sun fading to spine and light wear to top and bottom edges. Not price-clipped.

Text in English.

(Prelims) + 560pp + (1).

Dimensions: Approximately 243mm high x 166mm wide x 45mm deep.

Weight approximately 1080g.