Silent Traveller in San Francisco Chiang Yee 1964 First Edition HC DJ Illustrate

The Silent Traveller in San Francisco, written and illustrated by Chiang Yee.  Published in 1964 by W. W. Norton & Company, New York. The copyright page states “First Edition” and displays a complete number line beginning with 1.  In this illustrated travel book, noted Chinese author and artist Chiang Yee records his impressions of San Francisco through descriptive writing, black-and-white drawings, calligraphy, and colorful full-page artwork. Locations and subjects include Chinatown, Golden Gate Park, San Francisco neighborhoods, local transportation, architecture, gardens, scenery, and everyday city life.  DETAILS:  • Author and illustrator: Chiang Yee • Title: The Silent Traveller in San Francisco • Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company • Publication year: 1964 • Stated first edition • Hardcover with original illustrated dust jacket • Color and black-and-white illustrations • Chinese calligraphy throughout • Printed in the United States  CONDITION:  Pre-owned vintage condition. The original dust jacket has visible age-related wear, including discoloration, soiling, scuffing, creasing, edge wear, small tears, and chipping, particularly along the upper edge and corners. Pages show age-related toning and occasional spotting or marks. Binding appears intact.  Please examine all photographs carefully for the exact condition. No author signature is being claimed. The calligraphy and signature-style markings shown within the book appear to be printed parts of the publication.