This is a rare and collectible hardcover edition of "Roots" by Alex Haley, published in 1976 by Doubleday. The book is a work of fiction and tells the story of a slave in North America. It features a dust jacket and is part of the "Book Club Edition" series. The intended audience is adults and the novel is written in English.

The book is in its original form and has not been printed anywhere else. It is a great addition to any collection of antiquarian and historical books. The author, Alex Haley, is well-known for his writing and this book has been a great influence on literature and fiction.