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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. 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, loss, 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 hardcover edition is in near fine condition. The book is tight, square, and unmarked. Dust cover is unmarked, pink cloth boards, and bright gilt lettering on the spine of the book. 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 giving readers insight into his development as a writer. John Irving includes autobiographical essays that discuss his influences, writing process, and journey as an author. These reflections give readers a glimpse into his personal life, including his childhood and his admiration for Charles Dickens and other literary influences.