Thorn-Apple Tree

Thorn-Apple Tree by Grace Campbell is an important Canadian novel published by Wm. Collins Sons & Co. Canada Ltd., Toronto, in 1942. This copy is the ninth printing from December 1942, the same year the novel became Canada’s bestselling book.

This title holds special interest for collectors because it was the first novel issued under Collins’ Canadian imprint and was illustrated and designed by Franklin Carmichael, a celebrated member of the Group of Seven. His involvement adds strong artistic and Canadian cultural significance to the book, making it appealing not only as fiction but also as a collectible piece of Canadian publishing history.

A strong choice for readers and collectors interested in Canadian literature, wartime-era publishing, Group of Seven connections, Franklin Carmichael design work, and historically significant Canadian books.

Hardcover, Very Good. Gift inscription dated 1943. Small bookseller label and owner's bookplate on the front pastedown. No dust jacket.