How to identify a W. W. Norton first edition
Norton states “First Edition” and uses a number line, but the statement was sometimes not removed from later printings. Read the number line.
What to look for, by period
to the 1970s
“First Edition” on first printings; later printings were not always identified.
1970s – today
“First Edition” plus a number line. The statement is sometimes left on later printings.
Dates are approximate. Imprints and individual titles sometimes differ; for valuable books, check a bibliography of the author.
Check your W. W. Norton book
New to number lines? Read how to read a number line, and how to spot a book club edition.