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Enigma by Robert Harris – First U.S. Edition (1995) – Hardcover - $15
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Key Details:
Title: Enigma
Author: Robert Harris
Publisher: Random House, New York
Edition: First U.S. Edition, First Printing (with full number line ending in 1 on copyright page).
Format: Hardcover with dust jacket.
Genre: Historical Fiction / WWII Thriller / Espionage.
About the Novel:
Praised for its meticulous research and suspenseful plotting, Enigma follows a brilliant, fictional codebreaker as he races against time to crack a new Enigma setting that could determine the fate of the North Atlantic convoys—all while confronting a possible traitor within Bletchley Park. It is a cornerstone of modern historical fiction.
Collector's Appeal:
Significant First Edition: The first American printing of this modern classic.
Enduring Popularity: Continues to be a favorite among readers of WWII fiction and espionage thrillers.
Cross-Interest: Appeals to collectors of cryptography history, WWII literature, and Robert Harris's works.
Condition:
The book is in very good condition. The dust jacket is intact and vibrant, with minimal edge wear. The burgundy boards are clean and sharp. The binding is tight, and the pages are clean and unmarked. A superbly preserved copy of this sought-after edition.
A smart, page-turning thriller based on one of the war's most fascinating true stories. An excellent addition to any collection of modern first editions or WWII-themed literature.