The Serpent's Children

This First Edition hardcover is an ex-library copy, marked by stamps from the Pueblo Library District. The book is protected by a library cover, preserving the dust jacket underneath. The binding remains strong, and the pages are intact, though library markings are present. Overall, the book is in good condition, suitable for collectors or readers interested in historical fiction.

"The Serpent's Children" by Laurence Yep is a compelling historical fiction novel first published in 1984 by Harper & Row, Publishers, New York. This hardcover edition is a First Edition, as indicated by the complete number line on the copyright page. Laurence Yep, renowned for his vivid storytelling and cultural insights, presents a narrative set in nineteenth-century China, exploring themes of family, conflict, and survival amidst bandits and famine. This copy, previously part of the Pueblo Library District, bears library markings and stamps but retains its structural integrity. The book is out of print, making this First Edition a valuable find for collectors and enthusiasts of Yep's work. The library binding ensures durability, making it suitable for continued reading or collection.