The Second World War (6 vols)

The Book-of-the-Month Club issued the set in America simultaneously, run on the same presses as the trade sheets, so BOMC copies closely resemble firsts and are frequently offered — and mis-sold — as such. Tells: a blind indentation or blindstamp on the rear board, no price at the jacket flap, and thinner paper and cheaper boards. A Canadian book club issue also exists and is similar in appearance. Always check the copyright page for a later-printing notice in addition to the board and jacket tells.