Harry Potter and the Cursed Child
First UK Edition, First Printing, Hardcover 2016, Signed by Rowling, Tiffany, Thorne & the Original Cast
The first stage play, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child premiered at London’s Palace Theatre in 2016. The two-part stage production, written by British playwright Jack Thorne and directed by John Tiffany, was based on an original collaborative story developed by J.K. Rowling, Tiffany and Thorne. Following extraordinary global demand ahead of the premiere, it was announced that the script would be published in book form by Little, Brown on 31st July 2016, quickly becoming one of the most sought-after modern publications connected with the Harry Potter phenomenon.
Offered here is a first edition, first printing copy, signed by J.K. Rowling, John Tiffany and Jack Thorne to the title page along with members of the original cast. The all important authenticity hologram is fixed adjacent to the signature page whilst the book itself comes protected in a custom black leather clamshell box with gold gilt lettering to the spine. The book was originally owned by Andrew McDonald, a member of the original London company of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, at Palace Theatre in 2016. According to a signed handwritten statement accompanying this book, members of the original company were each presented with a copy signed by the three authors following the publication. Andrew subsequently had the book signed backstage by fellow members of the original cast during his time with the production.
The book presents in near fine condition and remains unread, with a tight binding and bright, clean page edges free from toning. There is minor bumping to the spine tip and base as well as some very light creasing to one of the corners, but overall the book remains in excellent condition. Internally the book is immaculate, free from marks, ownership inscriptions, or dog-eared pages and presents as a superb example, highly worthy of inclusion in any serious Harry Potter collection.
This example has been fully authenticated by Adam Houston, The Harry Potter Specialist, widely regarded as the leading authority in verifying J.K. Rowling signatures. The book is accompanied by a full authentication package, including a letter of authenticity, collector card and handwritten note.
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by Leanne O'Leary