Pearl S. Buck – The Hidden Flower (1952) – First Edition – Signed & Dedicated Author: Pearl S. Buck (Pearl Sydenstricker Buck, 1892–1973) Title: The Hidden Flower Publisher: Methuen, London Year: 1952 Edition: First Edition Pages: 238 Binding: Cloth hardcover Language: English Signed: Yes – hand-signed and dedicated by Pearl S. Buck (signature and dedication faded) Condition: Book: Good+ / Overall: Very Good Description Offered here is a first edition of The Hidden Flower by Pearl S. Buck, Nobel Prize–winning author and one of the most influential literary figures of the 20th century. This edition was published in London by Methuen in 1952. This copy is hand-signed and dedicated by Pearl S. Buck. Due to age and normal handling, the signature and dedication are faded, though still visible. The book is bound in its original cloth and is in Good+ condition, while the overall volume remains particularly well preserved. The binding is tight and strong, the pages are clean and bright, and the book presents very well for its age. The Hidden Flower is a lesser-known but compelling work by Buck, reflecting her deep understanding of human relationships and cultural identity. Provenance Spanos Auctions & Rare Books, Athens Acquisition date: 13 October 2014 This documented auction provenance enhances the book’s authenticity and collector appeal. Condition Details Original cloth binding, well preserved Tight and solid binding Clean, bright pages Light, age-related wear only Signature and dedication present but faded