Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
First UK Edition, First Printing, Hardback, Bloomsbury 1998 J.K. Rowling
An exceptional copy of the second Harry Potter novel, complete with a first state, unclipped dust jacket and full number line 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1, confirming its status as an authentic first printing. Unread and in excellent condition, the book features sharp corners, a tight binding, and crisp page edges. There is only a minor bump at the foot of the spine, else a fine copy. Internally, the pages are clean, free from ownership inscriptions, dog-eared corners, or marks of any kind, while the dust jacket has some minor shelf ware but is without fading and retains its original vibrant colour, protected in a removable Brodart archival cover. The book comes in a royal blue custom clamshell box with light blue inner trays and gold gilt lettering to the spine.
This edition is particularly rare, as first printings of the second Harry Potter novel were produced in limited numbers and are highly sought after by collectors. Its significance as the earliest printing of a book that cemented J.K. Rowling’s literary legacy, combined with the strong and consistent appreciation of first edition Harry Potter books in the rare book market, makes this copy both a remarkable collectible and a sound investment for serious collectors.
Further references:
by Leanne O'Leary
