賽珍珠珍稀John Day五冊套裝 Pearl S. Buck Collection: A Rare 5-Volume "John Day"

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我們誠摯推出這組極具收藏價值的賽珍珠（Pearl S. Buck）珍藏五部曲。這套系列不僅代表了賽珍珠作為首位獲諾貝爾文學獎美國女作家的巔峰創作時期，更珍貴的是，其中兩本完整保留了前藏家 Alex Raus Frankoviz 的專屬藏書票（Ex-Libris）。

這套書籍均由賽珍珠御用出版社 The John Day Company 出版。從 1932 年出版的《Sons》第一版貿易裝訂本（First Trade Edition），到 1939 年發行的《The Patriot》，每一本書都乘載著 20 世紀中葉的閱讀痕跡，是收藏家們尋覓已久的文學寶藏。

1. 《Imperial Woman》（慈禧太后傳）

 Pearl S. Buck: Imperial Woman (1956) – Third Impression 

 內容簡介：本書深入刻畫清末最後一位強權統治者慈禧太后的生平與內心世界，展現了她在動盪時期既保守又果斷的複雜面貌。賽珍珠以其獨特的文學視角，重新詮釋了這段影響中國命運的歷史。

 歷史背景：本書於 1956 年出版，此版本為「第三次印刷 (Third Impression)」。它不僅是一部文學小說，更是西方視角下對中國末代帝制女性領袖極具影響力的歷史重構。

 書本狀態：精裝本。書況保持良好。

2. 《The Exile》（放逐）

 Pearl S. Buck: The Exile (1936) – Scarce 1936 Third Printing with Provenance

 內容簡介：本書是賽珍珠為其母親撰寫的傳記體小說，敘述了一位美國女性在中國的生活經歷，以及她在異國他鄉所承受的孤獨與使命感。

 歷史背景：此版本為 1936 年 2 月的「第三次印刷」。這部作品是賽珍珠早期的重要著作，反映了她對跨文化經驗的深刻觀察，具有極高的研究價值。

 書本狀態：精裝本。珍稀之處：內頁留有「Alex Raus Frankoviz」藏書票以及前藏家留下的鉛筆編號「50」，這些歷史痕跡記錄了此書在不同圖書館間的流動與珍藏過程。

3. 《Fighting Angel》（戰鬥的天使）

 Pearl S. Buck: Fighting Angel – Vintage Edition with Ex-Libris

 內容簡介：作為《The Exile》的姊妹篇，本書詳細描述了賽珍珠父親作為傳教士在中國的艱苦奮鬥史。它不僅是一部家庭傳記，更是一扇了解近代中美文化交流與衝突的窗口。

 歷史背景：本書與《The Exile》同樣出自 John Day 出版社，該社是賽珍珠作品的主要推手，對於其作品在英語世界的傳播至關重要。

 書本狀態：精裝本。珍稀之處：扉頁同樣具備「Alex Raus Frankoviz」藏書票。內頁有少量歲月留下的痕跡，但裝幀結構依然穩固，適合作為收藏。

4. 《Sons》（兒子們）首版首印

 Pearl S. Buck: Sons (1932) – First Trade Edition, First Printing

 內容簡介：作為《大地》三部曲的第二部，本書接續前作，探討王龍家族後代的變遷。賽珍珠在此書中深入描繪了中國土地觀念在動盪時代下的傳承與瓦解。

 歷史背景：根據書名頁資訊，此書為 1932 年 9 月出版的「第一版貿易裝訂本 (First Trade Edition)」。這是這部經典著作非常早期的印刷版本，具有極高的收藏價值。

 書本狀態：精裝本。書封保存完整，內頁記載詳細的作者背景與出版資訊。書況良好，適合嚴肅文學收藏者。

5. 《The Patriot》（愛國者）

 Pearl S. Buck: The Patriot (1939) – Vintage Edition

 內容簡介：本書透過一段跨國婚姻與革命鬥爭，深刻展現了中日戰爭期間中國知識份子的掙扎與愛國情懷，是一部兼具歷史價值與個人情感的戰爭小說。

 歷史背景：根據版權頁標示，此書出版於 1939 年。這也是賽珍珠身為諾貝爾文學獎得主後，在國際文壇影響力鼎盛時期推出的重要作品。

 書本狀態：精裝本。封面設計簡約，書脊保存狀況良好，展現了 1930 年代出版物的典雅質感。

Discover a piece of literary history.

We are honored to present this highly collectible 5-volume set by Pearl S. Buck. This collection not only represents the pinnacle of创作 (creative) output from the first American woman to win the Nobel Prize in Literature, but also features the unique provenance of two volumes containing the original "Ex-Libris" bookplates of former owner Alex Raus Frankoviz.

All volumes in this set were published by Pearl S. Buck’s primary publisher, The John Day Company. Ranging from a 1932 First Trade Edition of Sons to the 1939 release of The Patriot, each book carries the tangible marks of mid-20th-century history—a true literary treasure long sought after by dedicated collectors.

1. Imperial Woman

Pearl S. Buck: Imperial Woman (1956) – Third Impression

 Synopsis: This novel deeply explores the life and inner world of Empress Dowager Cixi, the final powerful ruler of late Qing Dynasty China. Buck captures her complex persona—at once conservative and decisive—during a time of upheaval, offering a unique literary interpretation of this history-shaping figure.

 Historical Context: Published in 1956, this is the "Third Impression." It serves not only as a literary work but as a significant Western historical reimagining of China’s last imperial female leader.

 Condition: Hardcover. Well-preserved.

2. The Exile

Pearl S. Buck: The Exile (1936) – Scarce 1936 Third Printing with Provenance

 Synopsis: A biographical novel written for her mother, this work recounts an American woman’s life in China, capturing the loneliness and sense of mission she endured in a foreign land.

 Historical Context: This is the February 1936 "Third Printing." An essential early work by Buck, it reflects her profound observations on cross-cultural experiences and holds immense research value.

 Condition: Hardcover. Includes the original "Alex Raus Frankoviz" bookplate and the former owner’s handwritten pencil notation "50," documenting the book's journey through various libraries.

3. Fighting Angel

Pearl S. Buck: Fighting Angel – Vintage Edition with Ex-Libris

 Synopsis: A companion piece to The Exile, this book details the arduous life and struggles of Buck’s father as a missionary in China. More than a family biography, it acts as a window into the cultural exchange and conflicts between China and the West.

 Historical Context: Like The Exile, this was published by The John Day Company, the primary champion of Buck’s work, which was instrumental in her success within the English-speaking world.

 Condition: Hardcover. Includes the "Alex Raus Frankoviz" bookplate on the front endpaper. Shows minor signs of aging, but the binding remains solid—an excellent addition for any collection.

4. Sons

Pearl S. Buck: Sons (1932) – First Trade Edition, First Printing

 Synopsis: The second installment of the House of Earth trilogy, this volume follows the next generation of Wang Lung’s family. Buck poignantly depicts the transmission and erosion of traditional Chinese ties to the land amidst an era of turmoil.

 Historical Context: According to the title page, this is the "First Trade Edition" published in September 1932. As a very early printing of this classic, it possesses high collectible value.

 Condition: Hardcover. The cover is intact, with detailed author background and publishing information inside. In good condition, ideal for the serious literary collector.

5. The Patriot

Pearl S. Buck: The Patriot (1939) – Vintage Edition

 Synopsis: Through a narrative of transnational marriage and revolutionary struggle, this novel reveals the inner conflicts and patriotism of Chinese intellectuals during the Sino-Japanese War. It is a work that balances historical weight with profound personal emotion.

 Historical Context: Published in 1939, this work was released when Buck was at the height of her international influence as a Nobel Laureate.

 Condition: Hardcover. Featuring a minimalist cover design and a well-preserved spine, it embodies the elegant aesthetic of 1930s publishing.