From Russia with Love | 1957, first edition with the rare dustjacket

Ian Fleming – From Russia with Love (First Edition, First Impression, 1957) 

First edition, first impression of From Russia with Love, considered by many to be one of the best entries in the James Bond series. This novel holds particular significance as John F. Kennedy's favourite book and marks the first appearance of the iconic Richard Chopping-designed dust jacket, which would go on to define many subsequent Bond covers. The striking design, featuring the gun based on that of Geoffrey Boothroyd (the British firearms expert who became the inspiration for Q), remains one of the most memorable and sought-after covers in the series.

Details:

• Published by: London: Jonathan Cape, 1957
• Octavo. Original black boards, with silver and red rose design to the front board and titles to the spine.
• With the rare dust jacket, designed by Richard Chopping, considered by many to be his finest work.
• Condition: The book is in very good condition, with some minor rolling to the spine, light bumping to the upper corners and head of the spine, and a tiny dampstain to the fore edge of the text block. Despite these imperfections, the book remains in excellent shape for its age. The dust jacket is in like condition, showing some light wear but retaining its vibrancy and appeal.