Cross Creek Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings 1942 First Edition Hardcover Scribner A

Hardcover first edition of Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings' memoir, Cross Creek, published by Charles Scribner's Sons in 1942. This intimate narrative by the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of The Yearling explores her life in a remote Florida hamlet, detailed through vivid descriptions of the scenery, wildlife, and local characters. The volume features beautiful illustrations by Edward Shenton and includes a vintage dust jacket with artwork by Robert Camp, Jr. A personalized bookplate from a previous owner is affixed to the interior. The dust jacket shows significant wear, including tears and chipping along the edges, while the internal pages remain clean and intact.