193 - Peter Benchley (American, 1940-2006). L'ile Sanglante, Editions Pierre Belfond, 1979. This trade paperback represents the first French edition of the novel The Island, translated from the original English by Anne Villelaur. The book features pictorial wraps with cover art by Jean-Paul Naddeo illustrating a sunset over the horizon. The interior contains a title page and a copyright page identifying the original publisher as Doubleday & Company in New York. 9 1/2" H x 6 1/8" W x 7/8" 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). L'ile Sanglante, Editions Pierre Belfond, 1979. This trade paperback represents the first French edition of the novel The Island, translated from the original English by Anne Villelaur. The book features pictorial wraps with cover art by Jean-Paul Naddeo illustrating a sunset over the horizon. The interior contains a title page and a copyright page identifying the original publisher as Doubleday & Company in New York. 9 1/2" H x 6 1/8" W x 7/8" 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 trade paperback shows minor shelf wear and rubbing to the edges and corners of the wraps. There is noticeable tanning and oxidation to the interior text block consistent with the paper quality and age. The binding remains square and tight. 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.