First Edition/First Printing. A very handsome copy of Krist's early work of short stories concerning the trials and tribulations of family life. Signed by Gary Krist on a personalized plate with his name printed and a signature underneath. A great read by a great writer. Krist is a novelist, short story writer, critic, journalist. Condition: book is "As New" and still has the crispness of a brand new book. The D/J is near fine without tears or smudges of any kind---not price clipped. A collectable copy.