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Orwell, George - 'Coming up for Air' New York, Harcourt, Brace and Company first U.S. edition 1950 with original pictorial dust jacket and other Orwell first editions including 'Keep the Aspidistra Flying' first U.S. edition 1956, 'Nineteen Eighty-Four' Martin Secker & Warburg 1949 and 'Shooting an Elephant and other Essays' Secker and Warburg 1950 with dust jacket (4)
Orwell, George - 'Coming up for Air' New York, Harcourt, Brace and Company first U.S. edition 1950 with original pictorial dust jacket and other Orwell first editions including 'Keep the Aspidistra Flying' first U.S. edition 1956, 'Nineteen Eighty-Four' Martin Secker & Warburg 1949 and 'Shooting an Elephant and other Essays' Secker and Warburg 1950 with dust jacket (4)
Orwell, George - 'Coming up for Air' New York, Harcourt, Brace and Company first U.S. edition 1950 with original pictorial dust jacket and other Orwell first editions including 'Keep the Aspidistra Flying' first U.S. edition 1956, 'Nineteen Eighty-Four' Martin Secker & Warburg 1949 and 'Shooting an Elephant and other Essays' Secker and Warburg 1950 with dust jacket (4)
Orwell, George - 'Coming up for Air' New York, Harcourt, Brace and Company first U.S. edition 1950 with original pictorial dust jacket and other Orwell first editions including 'Keep the Aspidistra Flying' first U.S. edition 1956, 'Nineteen Eighty-Four' Martin Secker & Warburg 1949 and 'Shooting an Elephant and other Essays' Secker and Warburg 1950 with dust jacket (4)
Orwell, George - 'Coming up for Air' New York, Harcourt, Brace and Company first U.S. edition 1950 with original pictorial dust jacket and other Orwell first editions including 'Keep the Aspidistra Flying' first U.S. edition 1956, 'Nineteen Eighty-Four' Martin Secker & Warburg 1949 and 'Shooting an Elephant and other Essays' Secker and Warburg 1950 with dust jacket (4)
Orwell, George - 'Coming up for Air' New York, Harcourt, Brace and Company first U.S. edition 1950 with original pictorial dust jacket and other Orwell first editions including 'Keep the Aspidistra Flying' first U.S. edition 1956, 'Nineteen Eighty-Four' Martin Secker & Warburg 1949 and 'Shooting an Elephant and other Essays' Secker and Warburg 1950 with dust jacket (4)
Orwell, George - 'Coming up for Air' New York, Harcourt, Brace and Company first U.S. edition 1950 with original pictorial dust jacket and other Orwell first editions including 'Keep the Aspidistra Flying' first U.S. edition 1956, 'Nineteen Eighty-Four' Martin Secker & Warburg 1949 and 'Shooting an Elephant and other Essays' Secker and Warburg 1950 with dust jacket (4)
Orwell, George - 'Coming up for Air' New York, Harcourt, Brace and Company first U.S. edition 1950 with original pictorial dust jacket and other Orwell first editions including 'Keep the Aspidistra Flying' first U.S. edition 1956, 'Nineteen Eighty-Four' Martin Secker & Warburg 1949 and 'Shooting an Elephant and other Essays' Secker and Warburg 1950 with dust jacket (4)
Orwell, George - 'Coming up for Air' New York, Harcourt, Brace and Company first U.S. edition 1950 with original pictorial dust jacket and other Orwell first editions including 'Keep the Aspidistra Flying' first U.S. edition 1956, 'Nineteen Eighty-Four' Martin Secker & Warburg 1949 and 'Shooting an Elephant and other Essays' Secker and Warburg 1950 with dust jacket (4)
Orwell, George - 'Coming up for Air' New York, Harcourt, Brace and Company first U.S. edition 1950 with original pictorial dust jacket and other Orwell first editions including 'Keep the Aspidistra Flying' first U.S. edition 1956, 'Nineteen Eighty-Four' Martin Secker & Warburg 1949 and 'Shooting an Elephant and other Essays' Secker and Warburg 1950 with dust jacket (4)

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STOCK NO 143144

Orwell, George - 'Coming up for Air' New York, Harcourt, Brace and Company first U.S. edition 1950 with original pictorial dust jacket and other Orwell first editions including 'Keep the Aspidistra Flying' first U.S. edition 1956, 'Nineteen Eighty-Four' Martin Secker & Warburg 1949 and 'Shooting an Elephant and other Essays' Secker and Warburg 1950 with dust jacket (4)

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Discover a captivating collection of George Orwell first editions at Duggleby Auctioneers. The assortment includes 'Coming up for Air', a first U.S. edition from 1950, complete with its original pictorial dust jacket. Also featured is the first U.S. edition of 'Keep the Aspidistra Flying' from 1956, 'Nineteen Eighty-Four' published by Martin Secker & Warburg in 1949, and 'Shooting an Elephant and other Essays' from Secker and Warburg in 1950, accompanied by its dust jacket.

Immerse yourself in the literary world of Orwell with these iconic works, each offering a unique perspective and insight into the author's profound themes. The inclusion of the original dust jackets adds to the allure and authenticity of these prized first editions.

Whether you are a seasoned collector or a passionate reader, this selection of George Orwell's works is sure to captivate and inspire. Don't miss the opportunity to own a piece of literary history by bidding on these exceptional first editions at Duggleby Auctioneers.



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