Amazing Grace. Inscribed by Mary Hoffman. Illustrated by Caroline Binch. First Edition, First Printing. Dial Books. New York, 1991.

Mary Hoffman is a prolific British children’s book author. She has published dozens of works, but none had so lasting an impact as Amazing Grace. It is a story about a Black girl who loves stories and acting. But when social conventions and her classmates try to tell her whether or not she can play Peter Pan in an upcoming play, her will is put to the test. With the support of her mother and grandmother, however, Amazing Grace proves she can be whatever she sets out to be. The book was a major bestseller. It was a finalist for the Kate Greenaway Medal. The text is paired with superb illustrations by Caroline Binch. For several generations of young readers, it remains a classic.

This first edition, first printing is inscribed by Hoffman on the copyright page. It is in fine condition. In the original casing, fine. Text block fine. In the original dust jacket, fine. Laid in are newspaper clippings and a photograph from a signing event.

A fine inscribed first edition of Amazing Grace.