War and Peace

The book is a mass market paperback showing signs of age-related wear. The cover has some scuffs and minor creases, typical for a book of this era. The spine is intact but shows some reading creases. There is no dust jacket, as is standard for this format. The pages are yellowed with age, but all text is legible. Overall, the book is in good condition for its age, with no inscriptions or library markings.

"War and Peace" by Leo Tolstoy is a seminal work in world literature, first published in 1869. This specific edition was published by Bantam Books in November 1965 as part of their Bantam Classic series. It is the 13th printing, edited and abridged by Manuel Komroff, with an introduction by Clifton Fadiman and illustrations by John Groth. The book is a mass market paperback, capturing the epic narrative of Russian society during the Napoleonic era. This edition makes Tolstoy's rich storytelling accessible in a more compact form, ideal for readers seeking a concise version of this classic. The book remains a staple in historical fiction and Russian literature. Although not a first edition, this printing is a collectible piece for those interested in mid-20th-century paperback editions. The physical condition reflects its age, with some wear expected from a book of this vintage.