A true 1st edition of The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein. True 1st Editions can be confirmed by the copyright page only containing the four lines as seen in the photos. Later first editions contain two additional lines. Several resources can easily be located online to corroborate this. You may use the one provided below: https://1stedition.net/blog/2006/06/the-giving-tree-1964.html Missing the original dust jacket but is in very good condition. No writing, no tears, no dog ears, no water damage, no stains, no crinkling, no cover dings, no corner dings, no visible dirt. Minor damage to top of spine. Slight rubbing along edges of book. This book has been well cared for and is exceptionally clean.