NY, Knopf, 2005. An advance copy. 8-1/2" x 11" bound double-spaced typescript, with printed cover stating simply, "It's been seven long years..." Photocopied letter from the editor bound in, dated December 6 [2004], asking that the novel be treated as "strictly confidential." Tapebound in cardstock covers, with title label taped to spine. Near fine. We have never seen another copy of this early issue of the book -- by all appearances the very first version of it to be released anywhere -- and casual inspection shows the text to have at least small differences from the published book as well as a different proposed price from the actual retail price. [#911226] SOLD