Black Narcissus First Edition
Rumer Godden · Peter Davies, 1939 · First UK edition, first impression
A first UK edition, first impression of Black Narcissus by Rumer Godden (Peter Davies, 1939) is worth about $8,384 unsigned in near fine condition, based on recorded sales. The first point to check: Title page: London: Peter Davies, 1939.
Market value · Unsigned, near fine
$8,384
What a copy is worth
| Condition | Unsigned |
|---|---|
| Near fine | $8,384 |
| Very good | $7,125 |
How to identify this edition
These points tell this edition apart from other printings and editions of Black Narcissus.
✓ Title page: London: Peter Davies, 1939
✓ Binding: brown cloth
✓ Dust jacket: cream jacket with green stripes
✓ Price: 7/6 (7 shillings 6 pence) on the dust jacket (unclipped)
Common questions
- How do I know if my copy of Black Narcissus is a first UK edition, first impression?
- ✓ Title page: London: Peter Davies, 1939 ✓ Binding: brown cloth ✓ Dust jacket: cream jacket with green stripes ✓ Price: 7/6 (7 shillings 6 pence) on the dust jacket (unclipped) The identification points above show each one.
- How much is a first UK edition, first impression of Black Narcissus worth?
- $7,125–$8,384 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 Black Narcissus?
- 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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