Raise High the Roof Beam Carpenters and Seymour

J.D. Salinger. First U.K. edition. London: Heinemann, 1963. Unclipped dust jacket in Very Good condition. Hardcover is in Very Good+ condition. No writing or markings found in the book, other than former owner signature on flyleaf, 248 pp. 

A collectible First U.K. edition of Salinger’s Raise High the Roof Beam, Carpenters and Seymour: An Introduction, published in London by Heinemann in 1963. This volume brings together two iconic Glass family narratives, offering readers Salinger’s introspective exploration of Seymour Glass — one of his most enigmatic literary figures.

A cornerstone of late Salinger, this title represents the author’s final book-length publication during his lifetime and remains highly desirable among modern first-edition collectors.

Collector Notes

• Essential Glass family title following Franny and Zooey (authors 4th book).
• Increasing interest in U.K. first editions as affordable entry points for Salinger collectors
• Attractive shelf copy with solid collectibility