Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl, First Edition, Signed (11 results)

First edition of the author's classic work. Octavo, original cloth. Association copy, inscribed by the author to the family of film director Fred Zinnemann on the front free endpaper, "THIS BOOK IS FOR THE GRANDCHILDREN OF RENEE AND FRED WITH LOVE FROM Roald Dahl 1969." The recipient, Fred Zinnemann was a revered film director and producer who won four Academy Awards for directing and producing films in various genres. His best known works include High Noon, From Here to Eternity, Oklahoma! and The Day of the Jackal. Dahl was a family friend of the Zinnemann family. Near fine in a supplied near fine price-clipped dust jacket, second issue with the five line colophon on the last page. Illustrated by Joseph Schindelman. A very sharp example, most rare and desirable signed and inscribed and with a wonderful association. "Charlie earned for its author a cult following among child readers Dahl has been called a literary genius; his books have been considered modern fairy tales" (Silvey, 186). "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory is already a great classic work [and] one of the most enduring post-war childrenâs books Dahl is undeniably special" (Connolly, 102). It was the basis for the 1971 film directed by Mel Stuart and starring Gene Wilder as Willy Wonka and again the 2005 film starring Johnny Depp as Willy Wonka and Freddie Highmore as Charlie Bucket, alongside David Kelly, Helena Bonham Carter, Noah Taylor, Missi Pyle, James Fox, Deep Roy and Christopher Lee.

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. 1st Edition. First Edition, First Printing with six lines of information on the last page of the book. A wonderful copy that is authentically SIGNED by Roald Dahl on a publisher's tip in page after the front endpaper of the book. This ORIGINAL dustjacket is rich in color with minor wear to the edges. The book is bound in the publisher's red cloth and is in great shape. The binding is tight and the pages are clean with NO marks or bookplates in the book. A super copy SIGNED by the author. Signed by Author(s).

First edition, first issue with the six line colophon on the last page of the author's classic work. Octavo, bound in full morocco by the Harcourt Bindery, gilt titles and tooling to the spine in six compartments within raised gilt bands, gilt ruling to the front and rear panels, gilt inner dentelles stamp-signed by the Harcourt Bindery, marbled endpapers, all edges gilt. Boldly signed and dated by the author on a page bound in, "Roald Dahl 1988." In fine condition. An exceptional presentation. "Charlie earned for its author a cult following among child readers Dahl has been called a literary genius; his books have been considered modern fairy tales" (Silvey, 186). "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory is already a great classic work [and] one of the most enduring post-war childrenâs books Dahl is undeniably special" (Connolly, 102). It was the basis for the 1971 film directed by Mel Stuart and starring Gene Wilder as Willy Wonka and again the 2005 film starring Johnny Depp as Willy Wonka and Freddie Highmore as Charlie Bucket, alongside David Kelly, Helena Bonham Carter, Noah Taylor, Missi Pyle, James Fox, Deep Roy and Christopher Lee.

Hardcover. First Edition, Second Printing. Very Good, bound in full red-orange cloth, with a Very Good dust jacket. Rubbing, stain to bottom edge of jacket resulting in disoloration to jacket, chip to jacket crown and base at spine. Weak wax stain to front panel. First Issue jacket without ISBN, publisher price $3.95. Second issue book with five-line colophon, red-orange-colored boards and tan end papers. Signed and inscribed with "x's" on the front end page by the author, Roald Dahl. 8vo, 9 1/2"h x 6 1/2"w. 162 printed pages. A revered and endearing classic, the book has been turned into films, plays, etc., and remains popular since it's intiial publication 40 years ago. Besides it's beautiful playfulness and goof, the book's enduring appeal largely lies in its ability to entertain while imparting the complexities of important lessons about behavior, morality, and the power of imagination. Volume accompanied by a Letter of Authenticity.

A pair of first edition, first printings, published by Alfred Knopf in 1964 and 1972. Charlie and the Chocolate Factory: A near fine copy (the third issue with four lines on the colophon page) with one name [Highton] to reverse of the half title. SIGNED and INSCRIBED on the front free endpaper 'To Andrew and Rebecca [Highton]/Love/Roald Dahl/1977'. Additionally, Dahl has written 'American Edition' on the front pastedown. In a very good unclipped wrapper with chipping to the corners and spine tips. A little staining to the top of the rear panel. Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator: A near fine copy with one name [Highton] to reverse of the half title. SIGNED and INSCRIBED on the front free endpaper 'To Andrew and Rebecca [Highton]/Love/Roald Dahl/1977'. Additionally, Dahl has written 'American Edition' on the front pastedown. In a near fine unclipped wrapper with chipping to the corners and spine tips. A little staining to the top of the rear panel. A superb pair of books with a strong association to Dahl himself. Douglas Highton attended St Peter's prep school in Weston-super-Mare with Roald Dahl. As a friend, Douglas supported Roald during an incident at school, which Roald would never forget and later recounted in his autobiographical book 'Boy'. Douglas also appears anecdotally in the short story 'Lucky Break', and as a character in the short story 'The Swan'. The two stayed in touch over the years and Douglas would visit Roald at home in Great Missenden where Roald kindly signed many books for Douglas' grandchildren, Andrew and Rebecca.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" by Roald Dahl. Alfred A. Knopf. 1964 first American edition, first issue with the six line colophon, fifth line reading "Paper manufactured by S. D. Warren and Co.", cut signature of the author to endpaper, illustrations by Joseph Schindelman, original blind-stamped cloth, dust-jacket with no ISBN number to rear panel, neat and expert repairs and restorations to spine ends and corners, neat retouching to spine, in effect a near-fine example, signed by Dahl with cut signature of the author. Signed by Author(s).

First edition, early printing of the author's classic work. Octavo, original half-cloth, illustrated throughout. Presentation copy, inscribed by the author on the front free endpaper, "To Donald Cameron and all his family with love Roald Dahl." Near fine in a very good price-clipped dust jacket. Illustrated by Joseph Schindelman. "Charlie earned for its author a cult following among child readers Dahl has been called a literary genius; his books have been considered modern fairy tales" (Silvey, 186). "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory is already a great classic work [and] one of the most enduring post-war childrenâs books Dahl is undeniably special" (Connolly, 102). It was the basis for the 1971 film directed by Mel Stuart and starring Gene Wilder as Willy Wonka and again the 2005 film starring Johnny Depp as Willy Wonka and Freddie Highmore as Charlie Bucket, alongside David Kelly, Helena Bonham Carter, Noah Taylor, Missi Pyle, James Fox, Deep Roy and Christopher Lee.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. 1st Edition. "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" by Roald Dahl. George ALlen & Unwin, London. 1967 first UK edition first printing. With cut-out bookplate signed by Roald Dahl on title page. Book in original illustrated laminated covers as issued with some wear to spine edges. Illustrated by Faith Jaques. One of the best children's books of the 20th century with Dahl's signature. Highly collectible. Signed by Author.

Hardcover. Condition: As New. No Jacket. 1st Edition. As New in an As New custom gate fold clamshell enclosure covered in Japanese cloth with a leather spine label. With the custom premiums including a 6"x9" print, a 2"x8" bookmark and printed envelope. #233/350 copies of the Numbered Edition. In a handmade full leather Bradel binding with gold leather spine. In brown leather boards with debossed front cover. Full color throughout with over 50 color illustrations by Quentin Blake. Includes 72 additional illustrations from the artists who have illustrated Charlie and the Chocolate Factory throughout the years. Over 60 pages of bonus content including deleted chapters, an alternate ending, manuscript pages and handwritten notes from early drafts. With a copy of a 1986 reply letter from Roald Dahl to the publisher Paul Suntup. New exclusive introduction by Donald Sturrock, author of the critically acclaimed biography of Roald Dahl. SIGNED by Donald Sturrock and Paul Suntup. Printed letterpress on Mohawk Via with spot color throughout. The color illustrations are printed offset. Another stunning edition by Suntup Press that sold out immediately on release. We grade our books conservatively to insure your satisfaction. Additional photos available on request. NOTE: International shipping costs vary greatly and may differ from the initial quoted shipping cost. Signed by Illustrator(s).

Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Faith Jaques (illustrator). Octavo. First UK Edition, 5th Printing. No jacket as issued. Signed and inscribed by author on ffep. Original illustrated pictorial boards wrapping front to back. The UK edition of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory was published in 1967, three years after the first US edition was published by Knopf. This is the fifth printing, and is inscribed "To David Love Roald Dahl" and dated June 30, 1984 on front free end paper. Very mild bumps to a few corners. A beautiful and scarce signed edition of one of the most beloved children's classics of all time and the basis for several film adaptations.

Hardcover. Condition: As New. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. Joseph Schindelman, Faith Jaques, Michael Foreman and Quentin Blake, Sue Gent (illustrator). First Edition/First Printing. One of the most beloved children's stories of the 20th century, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl is a masterpiece of pure imagination. Willy Wonka's famous chocolate factory is opening at last! But only five lucky children will be allowed inside. And the winners are: Augustus Gloop, an enormously fat boy whose hobby is eating; Veruca Salt, a spoiled-rotten brat whose parents are wrapped around her little finger; Violet Beauregarde, a dim-witted gum-chewer with the fastest jaws around; Mike Teavee, a toy pistol-toting gangster-in-training who is obsessed with television; and Charlie Bucket, our hero, a boy who is honest and kind, brave and true, and good and ready for the wildest time of his life! First published in 1964, the dark humor and cheerful gruesomeness of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory immediately endeared the book to children, making it an instant bestseller. Rarely has a tale of morality ever been more deliciously entertaining to read, as Roald Dahl's story warns children and adults alike of the dangers of bad parenting, spoiling children, and self-indulgence. Dahl drew inspiration for the story from his own childhood. In the 1920s, chocolate makers in England would frequently send samples to school children in exchange for their opinions on new products. Two of the largest competing chocolate companies, Cadbury and Rowntree, would send spies posing as employees to discover the other's trade secrets. As a result, the companies became highly protective of their chocolate making process. It was a combination of this secrecy and the elaborate, often gigantic, machines in the factory that inspired the author to write his story. Roald Dahl's classic tale has been adapted into two major motion pictures, Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory (1971) and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2005). In 1971, Dahl wrote a sequel, Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator, published in 1972. ARTIST EDITION 7" x 10" trim size. 220 Pages. Limited to 1250 copies. Full cloth, smyth-sewn binding with embossed cover. Dust jacket resembling Wonka's Whipple-Scrumptious Fudgemallow Delight candy bar wrapper (the only edition featuring the dust jacket). Full color throughout with over 50 color illustrations by Quentin Blake. 72 additional illustrations from the artists who have illustrated Charlie and the Chocolate Factory through the years: Joseph Schindelman, Faith Jaques, Michael Foreman and Quentin Blake. Over 60 pages of bonus content including deleted chapters, an alternate ending, manuscript pages and handwritten notes from early drafts. 1986 reply letter from Roald Dahl to Paul Suntup. New exclusive introduction by Donald Sturrock, author of the critically acclaimed biography of Roald Dahl. Note by publisher Paul Suntup. Printed offset on archival Cougar Natural. Housed in an illustrated paper covered slipcase featuring wraparound artwork by Sue Gent. Signed by Sue Gent. Bookmark with all pre-orders. THIS COPY IS IN MY POSSESSION AND NORMALLY SHIPS NEXT DAY. Signed Copy. Book.