Title: We Didn't Mean to Go to Sea

Author: Arthur Ransome

Publisher: Jonathan Cape, London

Edition: First Edition, First Printing 

Date Printed: 1937

Description: The first printing of the first edition. Original hardback in original dustwrapper.  

The dustwrapper has some toning, wear, and chipping, and some darkening to the spine (see pictures).  Original 7s 6d price to the inside front flap. The book itself is in very attractive condition, with bright titles and fraying to the top spine-end (see pictures).  Small neat ownership inscription  "Jill 1937" to front endpaper. Binding sound and square. 

A very nice example in the uncommon jacket. 

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