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Kim by Rudyard Kipling - Rare 1944 1st Ed Thus, Armed Services Edition WW2
Kim by Rudyard Kipling - Rare 1944 1st Ed Thus, Armed Services Edition WW2
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Rare 1944 Armed Services Edition of Kim by Rudyard Kipling, a special wartime printing distributed to servicemen during World War II. This vintage first edition thus captures the essence of Kipling's classic tale and reflects a unique chapter in book publishing history. Perfect for collectors of WW2 memorabilia, rare literature, or Kipling enthusiasts. These editions were specially printed for distribution to U.S. armed forces during World War II and were not available for sale to the public.
The Armed Services Editions (ASEs) were a series of books printed during World War II, and the first ASE of “Kim” by Rudyard Kipling was indeed printed in 1944. The ASE program ran from 1943 to 1947, and “Kim” was one of the titles distributed to U.S. military personnel.
The title refers to this Armed Services first edition, printed and distributed to Armed Services serving overseas at the height of WW2. The Armed Services paperbacks are considered collectible due to their rarity and historical significance.
This book is intact and legible, with no water damage or missing pages. That said, there is uniform aging/browning observed throughout on all pages and front and back covers. A few pages are foxed or missing small edge pieces. The binding is functional and untouched, and fragile. Condition is acceptable, care must be taken to preserve this incredible book.
If you purchase this book, we will offer/recommend (free of charge, because we want to preserve this historic item for you) allowing us to add a removable mylar cover and removable archival-grade microchamber paper before we ship. We will pack this paperback with extra care, to ensure it arrives in the condition you expect.
The Armed Services Editions (ASEs) were a series of books printed during World War II, and the first ASE of “Kim” by Rudyard Kipling was indeed printed in 1944. The ASE program ran from 1943 to 1947, and “Kim” was one of the titles distributed to U.S. military personnel.
The title refers to this Armed Services first edition, printed and distributed to Armed Services serving overseas at the height of WW2. The Armed Services paperbacks are considered collectible due to their rarity and historical significance.
This book is intact and legible, with no water damage or missing pages. That said, there is uniform aging/browning observed throughout on all pages and front and back covers. A few pages are foxed or missing small edge pieces. The binding is functional and untouched, and fragile. Condition is acceptable, care must be taken to preserve this incredible book.
If you purchase this book, we will offer/recommend (free of charge, because we want to preserve this historic item for you) allowing us to add a removable mylar cover and removable archival-grade microchamber paper before we ship. We will pack this paperback with extra care, to ensure it arrives in the condition you expect.
