ISBN10: 0747538492, ISBN13: 9780747538493, [publisher: Bloomsbury] Softcover First Edition Uncorrected proof copy of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets together with the exceptionally rare proof jacket. According to Harry Potter expert Peter thepottercollector this is one of less than ten in the world to exist. For Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets there were approximately 300 UK proof copies of the book sent out, of which an unconfirmed amount of less than 10 proof dust jackets accompanied some the books. The dust jacket is completely unrestored, which is extremely rare to find. Many of the copies that have been found had tears, chips, etc and have since been restored and put onto the market. Notice the price difference of £9.99 rather than £10.99 as found on the 1st print trade editions as well as a different quote, this time by Nicolette Jones of the Sunday Times rather than the well know quote by The Bookseller. This copy is in remarkable condition with no tears or chips whatsoever, no colour fading, no creases and is found in fine condition apart from some slight staining to the inside of the rear flap. The staining does not extend to the rear panel of the proof dust jacket and no attempt has been made to remove it. The book itself is an unread copy in exceptional condition. A fine copy, with sharp edges and an incredibly square and tight binding. The slightest mark on the front cover below the word uncorrected otherwise a pristine copy. The page ...
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