Matilda, Roald Dahl - First American Edition - 1988

First American Edition of Matilda by Roald Dahl with original Illustrations by Quentin Blake in beautiful condition.

Stated 'First American Edition published in 1988' on copyright page with full number line.

Original dust jacket, not price clipped in near fine condition with no tears or chipping. Book itself has strong binding and no creasing. There is an inscription form the previous owner on the front bumper. Overall near fine condition.

Matilda is a classic 1988 children's novel by British author Roald Dahl that as inspired numerous adaptations, including films, musicals and more. It was originally published by Jonathan Cape in 1988 with illustrations by Quentin Blake, a longtime Dahl collaborator. The story features Matilda Wormwood, a precocious child with an uncaring mother and father, and her time in school run by the tyrannical headmistress Miss Trunchbull.

Dust jacket is protected by removable mylar cover.