Description
The first English edition of Because of Winn-Dixie, signed by Kate DiCamillo, with a drawing and inscription.
Octavo, [182pp]. Tan cloth, title stamped in gilt on the spine. The first impression with “First published 2000 by Walker Books Ltd” statement on copyright page, and a full number line. This copy appears unread. In the publisher’s dust jacket, £7.99 retail price on the front flap, a fine example. Jacket illustration by Chris Sheban.
Signed on the half title, with an illustration of a dog: “For A Wonderful ‘Friend…’ Thank you! Kate DiCamillo”
Because of Winn-Dixie, the debut novel by Kate DiCamillo, was first published in 2000 by Candlewick Press of New York. The book received the Newbery Honor in 2001 and still remains a bestseller in children’s literature.
