Water for Elephants by Sara Gruen 2006 Algonquin Books First Edition Hardcover Novel with Dust Jacke

This auction lot features a first edition hardcover copy of “Water for Elephants” by Sara Gruen, published in 2006 by Algonquin Books of Chapel Hill. The dust jacket is present and displays the original cover artwork. The book’s spine and boards are in a two-tone style with gold embossed text. The novel, a notable New York Times bestseller, is set against the backdrop of a traveling circus during the Great Depression. The copyright, title, and publisher information clearly confirm both the author and first edition status. A partial biography and photograph of author Sara Gruen appear on the inside flap. Condition notes: very slight edge wear to the jacket and a small mark inside, with otherwise clean interior pages. See photos for measurements.