110 - Peter Benchley (American, 1940-2006). First Hong Kong Chinese language edition of the novel Jaws, titled Husha Jinghun. Published by Literary Book House, Hong Kong, in October 1975. The volume features a grey pictorial softcover wrapper with the title in orange Chinese characters above a blue-tinted shark graphic. The interior is printed on standard mass-market paper and includes a preface by Liu Chenghan. The copyright page identifies the translator as Da Zhi and the printer as Wing Tai Cheung Printing Co., Ltd. 7 3/8" H x 5 1/8" W x 3/4" D. From the personal collection of Peter Benchley (American, 1940-2006), acclaimed author of Jaws, accomplished diver, and prominent advocate for ocean and shark conservation.

Peter Benchley (American, 1940-2006). First Hong Kong Chinese language edition of the novel Jaws, titled Husha Jinghun. Published by Literary Book House, Hong Kong, in October 1975. The volume features a grey pictorial softcover wrapper with the title in orange Chinese characters above a blue-tinted shark graphic. The interior is printed on standard mass-market paper and includes a preface by Liu Chenghan. The copyright page identifies the translator as Da Zhi and the printer as Wing Tai Cheung Printing Co., Ltd. 7 3/8" H x 5 1/8" W x 3/4" D. From the personal collection of Peter Benchley (American, 1940-2006), acclaimed author of Jaws, accomplished diver, and prominent advocate for ocean and shark conservation. Proceeds from the Peter Benchley Collection will benefit five ocean conservation organizations: Peter Benchley Ocean Awards, WildAid, Beneath the Waves, Blue Frontier and Environmental Defense Fund. CONDITION: The book is in good vintage condition with significant uniform age-toning and browning to the interior page block and endpapers. The softcover wrapper shows minor shelf wear, light surface scuffing, and wear to the corners. The perfect-bound spine remains intact, with observable adhesive aging and light compression in the gutter. NOTICE TO BIDDERS: The absence of a condition report does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition. Photos are considered part of the condition report. Complete condition information is available by request, please request no later than 24 hours prior to the auction. All lots are offered and sold "as is", and Willow Auctions will not provide refunds based on condition. Timepiece movements, lighting and electrics have not been tested, and art has not been examined out of the frame unless otherwise stated.