City of God. By E.L. Doctorow. First Edition, First Printing. Random House. New York, 2000.

Edgar Lawrence Doctorow was an acclaimed American novelist. Over several decades, he produced critically successful fiction with enigmatic characters, touches of humor, and historical backdrops. Several of his works have been adapted to film and drama, most notably Ragtime. In City of God, Doctorow provides a character-driven mystery and an homage to New York City. Published in 2000, it showcases Doctorow’s mature talent. Critics praised the work as a strong addition to Doctorow’s canon.

This first edition, first printing is in fine condition. In the original quarter cloth, fine. Text block fine. In the original dust jacket, fine.

A fine first edition by E.L. Doctorow.