Collectors arcana: The 1st print does not show the binding problems that later printings became notorious for.
This item was not released in shrink wrap.
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"'... All the new discoveries, plus a wealth of just uncovered secrets, between one pair of covers.'
This, the latest of the AD&D® game books, further defines and describes the game system.
Inside are new spells, character classes, magic items, weapons, and much more for both players and Dungeon Masters."
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Printing information
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1st Printing: The 1st printing can be identified by the missing back cover price.
(see picture on top of page)
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2nd and 3rd Printing: Contrary to the 1st printing, the 2nd and 3rd printings do have a back cover price. Contrary to a 4th printing, there is no
specific printing information given on page 2. At the moment, we cannot distinguish a 2nd from a 3rd printing.
(see picture on top of page)
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4th to 12th Printing:
The 4th and following printings can be identified by looking at the copyright page:
4th printing: August 1987
5th printing: October 1987
6th printing: April 1988
7th printing: October 1988
8th printing: July 1989
9th printing: December 1989
10th printing: May 1990
11th printing: March 1991
12th printing: October 1991
(see picture on top of page)
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