West of Fiction

This copy of "West of Fiction" shows moderate wear, with visible signs of age on the cover and spine. The binding appears intact, and the pages are clean without any inscriptions or library markings. The absence of a dust jacket suggests it may have been issued without one or it has been lost over time. Overall, it presents as a well-used but intact edition.

"West of Fiction," edited by Leah Flater, Aritha van Herk, and Rudy Wiebe, is a collection of Canadian short stories published by NeWest Publishers Ltd. in Edmonton, Alberta, in 1983. This edition features a cover illustration by Margaret Reece and was printed and bound by Friesen Printers in Altona, Manitoba. The book is part of the Canadian (English) literary genre, focusing on Western Canadian narratives. The copyright page confirms its publication year as 1983, and it carries two ISBNs, indicating availability in both cloth and paperback formats. This particular copy shows signs of wear consistent with its age. The editors, each notable in Canadian literature, have curated a diverse collection that captures the essence of Western Canada. Although the edition status is unspecified, its publication details suggest a limited regional release, potentially appealing to collectors of Canadian literature. The book's condition reflects its history, with visible wear but no inscriptions or library markings.