I and Thou First Edition
A first edition in English, first impression of I and Thou by Martin Buber (T. & T. Clark, 1937) is worth about $2,270 unsigned in near fine condition, based on recorded sales. The first point to check: Title page: “Edinburgh: T. & T. Clark, 38 George Street”, dated 1937.
Market value · Unsigned, near fine
$2,270
Valued from 1 recorded sales in the last 12 months.
What a copy is worth
| Condition | Unsigned |
|---|---|
| Fine | $2,611 |
| Near fine | $2,270 |
| Very good | $1,930 |
How to identify this edition
These points tell this edition apart from other printings and editions of I and Thou.
✓ Title page: “Edinburgh: T. & T. Clark, 38 George Street”, dated 1937
✓ Wrappers: tan printed wrappers, title, author, translator and “T. & T. Clark” in black on the front; the front wrap folds in as a flap
✓ Price: 2s. 6d. net (2 shillings 6 pence) on the front flap (unclipped)
✓ Collation: pp. xiii, [1], 120
Common questions
- How do I know if my copy of I and Thou is a first edition in English, first impression?
- ✓ Title page: “Edinburgh: T. & T. Clark, 38 George Street”, dated 1937 ✓ Wrappers: tan printed wrappers, title, author, translator and “T. & T. Clark” in black on the front; the front wrap folds in as a flap ✓ Price: 2s. 6d. net (2 shillings 6 pence) on the front flap (unclipped) ✓ Collation: pp. xiii, [1], 120 The identification points above show each one.
- How much is a first edition in English, first impression of I and Thou worth?
- $1,930–$2,611 unsigned, depending on condition and whether it is signed (values as of November 2026). Values come from recorded sales of this exact printing, not asking prices.
- Can I sell my copy of I and Thou?
- Yes. We value the exact copy from recorded sales and make a firm cash offer, free and with no obligation to sell.
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