Gone With The Wind First Edition (1936)

This item is an open hardback book, revealing the title page and a preceding page with publisher information. The title page on the right reads "GONE WITH THE WIND" in large, capitalized, serif lettering, followed by "by" and "MARGARET MITCHELL," both centered below the title. At the bottom of the title page, the publisher and date are visible: "NEW YORK," "THE MACMILLAN COMPANY," and "1936." The text on the title page is enclosed within a double-lined rectangular border. The page on the left, likely the verso of the half-title or a dedication page, displays publishing details for 'The Macmillan Company' with various national and international locations listed (e.g., 'Macmillan & Co., Limited London-Bombay-Calcutta-Madras,' 'The Macmillan Company of Canada,' etc.), all preceded by an ornate publisher's device, possibly a colophon. The paper appears to be an off-white or cream color, consistent with aged book paper. The binding is not visible, but the opened state suggests a sturdy hardcover construction typical of books from this era. The overall condition appears good with some minor discoloration on the pages, likely due to age and handling, but no obvious tears, significant stains, or major structural damage are discernable from the provided image. The crispness of the print and the relatively flat pages indicate decent preservation for a nearly 90-year-old book. The presence of the 1936 date on the title page confirms this is a first edition of Margaret Mitchell's iconic novel.