The Sound of an American David Ormsbee 1943 Tower Books 1st‎ Print Wartime HC

• The Sound of an American Novel by David Ormsbee • Tower Books First Printing — August 1943 stated • Compact wartime format designed for affordability and portability • Themes: identity, history, cultural change, transatlantic settings • Striking beige‑grey linen boards with blue font — excellent for vignette or shelf styling • Exact item shown is what you'll receive; stored and shipped with care • It's giving WWII‑era scarcity, mid‑century literary grit, and understated‑design charm  SUMMARY: Issued in August 1943 under wartime publishing constraints, this Tower Books first printing captures a moment when American literature, global conflict, and cultural identity were in flux. Ormsbee's novel unfolds across the Riviera, France, London, and the United States, tracing shifting perspectives and personal reckonings during a turbulent era. A scarce and compelling artifact for collectors of WWII‑era printings, mid‑century fiction, and vintage Tower Books editions.  Note -- this listing is for the book only - props NOT included  SKU 54660 e2lb 999