First Printing Features: - Number line reads 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 - Print error on page 245 - “the last remaining ancestor of Salazar Slytherin" later corrected to "the last remaining descendant of Salazar Slytherin" - “The Sunday Times” blurb in white text at bottom of front cover - 1998 GOLD AWARD WINNER label on front cover This is a rare first edition, 1st printing of J.K. Rowling’s second book; “Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets”. The book was first published in 1998 by Bloomsbury, and the early printings are highly sought-after by collectors. This is also the first book to feature Cliff Wright's illustrations on the covers. It displays nicely on a shelf and would make an excellent addition to any decorative library or private collection. CONDITION & FEATURES - Overall, Good condition - some fading and aging, but very lightly read - 1st Edition, 1st Printing - Numberline reads 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 - Spine has a small tear at the tail - Spine is a little sunned - Covers are both generally bright - front cover has fading to fore-edge & top-edge - Binding is tight & hinges are secure - All pages are straight and clean - very minor curling to corners - No names or inscriptions - Spine is straight SUMMARY - Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets - 1st Edition, 1st Printing - Written by J.K. Rowling - Cover illustrations by Cliff Wright - Published by Bloomsbury Publishing Plc - Softcover ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- Please be aware; you may be liable for locally payable customs/duties/import taxes, in addition to shipping charges.