198 - Peter Benchley (American, 1940-2006). Bily žralok, translation of White Shark. Prague: M&G and Argo, 1996. First Czech edition. This hardcover novel is the first Czech language edition of the 1994 thriller. The volume is bound in dark purple cloth-covered boards and is accompanied by its original pictorial dust jacket featuring a coastal image with stylized text. The translation was conducted by Št?pan Kova?ik. 7 7/8" H x 5 1/4" 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). Bily žralok, translation of White Shark. Prague: M&G and Argo, 1996. First Czech edition. This hardcover novel is the first Czech language edition of the 1994 thriller. The volume is bound in dark purple cloth-covered boards and is accompanied by its original pictorial dust jacket featuring a coastal image with stylized text. The translation was conducted by Št?pan Kova?ik. 7 7/8" H x 5 1/4" 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: Minor shelf wear is visible at the edges and spine caps of the dust jacket. The binding remains tight and the internal text block is clean and free of notations. 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.