Shadows on the Grass — Isak Dinesen (First American Edition, 1961)

Shadows on the Grass — Isak Dinesen (First American Edition, 1961)

Beautifully preserved first American edition of Isak Dinesen’s Shadows on the Grass, published by Random House in 1961. Best known as the author of Out of Africa, Dinesen’s work continues to captivate readers with its lyrical voice and timeless sense of place. This volume, a later return to the landscapes and people who shaped her early years, shows why she remains one of the great literary stylists of the twentieth century.

This copy comes from a carefully curated private collection where every book is treated with respect and archival care. The dust jacket is clean and fully intact—no chips, no tears, and the natural “brush-texture” printing of the original design is crisp and unmarred. Now protected in a Brodart archival cover to ensure its continued preservation.

The interior is tight, bright, and exceptionally clean, with pages that show the gentle aging expected of a well-kept 1961 volume. Binding is sound, corners sharp, and the book feels as elegant in hand as it appears in photographs.

I do not sell for quick turnover or dealer reselling. My books are priced with fairness and accuracy, reflecting both their true condition and the care they have received. Each volume is chosen intentionally, preserved thoughtfully, and offered to collectors who value quality over quantity.

Edition: First American Edition (stated)
Publisher: Random House, New York, 1961
Condition: Near Fine in a Near Fine Brodart-protected jacket
Features: Original dust jacket, clean and intact; superior preservation; archivally protected

This is a wonderful addition for collectors of Isak Dinesen, modern literary classics, or beautifully kept mid-century first editions. Offered with respect for the book and appreciation for the reader who will treasure it next.