The Magic Mountain [Der Zauberberg]

The hardcover shows noticeable wear, particularly with scuff marks and discoloration on the cover. The spine is intact, and the text block is secure, ensuring readability. There is no dust jacket present. Overall, the book is in good condition for its age, with all pages present and legible.

This edition of "The Magic Mountain [Der Zauberberg]" by Thomas Mann is published by Alfred A. Knopf in New York, 1953. It is the eighth printing of the reset edition, featuring the author’s note on "The Making of The Magic Mountain," which originally appeared in the Atlantic in January 1953. First published in 1927, this novel is a cornerstone of 20th-century literature, exploring themes of time, illness, and the human condition through the experiences of its protagonist in a Swiss sanatorium. Mann's work is celebrated for its profound philosophical insights and richly detailed narrative. This hardcover edition, while not a first edition, is a valuable piece for collectors of classic literature. The book's condition is good, with visible wear on the cover, but the binding remains intact.