204 - Peter Benchley (American, 1940-2006). 2 Danish language novels including Oen and Uhyret. The first volume, titled Oen (The Island), is a first Danish edition translated by Mogens Cohrt and published by Lindhardt og Ringhof in 1979. The second volume, titled Uhyret (Beast), is a first Danish edition translated by Anders Westenholz and published by Wangels Forlag in 1993 under the Union Egmont bogklub imprint. 8 3/8" H x 5 1/4" W x 3/4" D; 8 3/8" H x 5 1/8" W x 1 1/4" 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). 2 Danish language novels including Oen and Uhyret. The first volume, titled Oen (The Island), is a first Danish edition translated by Mogens Cohrt and published by Lindhardt og Ringhof in 1979. The second volume, titled Uhyret (Beast), is a first Danish edition translated by Anders Westenholz and published by Wangels Forlag in 1993 under the Union Egmont bogklub imprint. 8 3/8" H x 5 1/4" W x 3/4" D; 8 3/8" H x 5 1/8" W x 1 1/4" 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: Øen shows significant shelf wear with heavy creasing to the spine and hinges. There is visible bumping to the corners and rubbing along the edges of the wrappers. The pages exhibit light toning consistent with age. Uhyret is in good condition with minor shelf wear to the dust jacket including small chips at the head and tail of the spine. The hardcover binding shows minor softening at the spine ends, and the interior pages remain clean. 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.