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This like-new hardcover is near fine, no marks, pages are tight and appear unread, the book is tight, square, and unmarked. The dust cover is unmarked, grey cloth boards, and bright gilt lettering on the spine of the book. The Cider House Rules is a novel by John Irving, first published in 1985. Widely regarded as one of Irving’s most acclaimed works, it was adapted into a successful film in 1999. Irving wrote the screenplay for the adaptation, earning an Academy Award for his work. The novel is set primarily in rural Maine during the first half of the 20th century and follows the life of Homer Wells, an orphan raised in an orphanage run by Dr. Wilbur Larch. As Homer grows older, he begins to question his mentor’s actions and the rules of the world around him. Irving masterfully interweaves multiple storylines, crafting a compelling narrative that is both thought-provoking and deeply human.

This beautiful, like-new first edition hardcover is near fine, no marks, pages are tight and appear unread, the book is tight, square, and unmarked. The dust cover is unmarked, blue cloth boards, and bright gilt lettering on the spine of the book. Until I Find You by John Irving is a complex, sprawling novel that explores themes of identity and the search for belonging. The story follows Jack Burns, an actor and tattoo artist who grows up with a fractured sense of self. Jack’s early life is shaped by his mother, Alice, a tattoo artist, who takes him on a journey across Europe to search for his absent father, William, an organist and a tattoo enthusiast. John Irving has noted that parts of Until I Find You are semi-autobiographical, and the novel has a personal tone as it examines how childhood experiences can shape one’s future.

This beautiful first printing is in fine condition. The book is tight, square, and unmarked. It features pink cloth boards with bright gilt lettering on the spine, and the dust jacket is clean and unmarked. Trying to Save Piggy Sneed is a collection by John Irving that brings together a selection of his short stories, memoir pieces, and essays. It showcases Irving's distinct style—blending humor, tragedy, and wit—while offering insight into his development as a writer. The collection includes autobiographical essays in which Irving discusses his influences, writing process, and journey as an author. These reflections provide a window into his personal life, including his childhood and deep admiration for Charles Dickens and other literary figures.