Fiona Mozley — Elmet

London, JM Originals, 2017. First edition. Paperback. A signed first edition, first impression, of Fiona Mozley's Booker Prize shortlisted novel. This signed first edition, first impression of Fiona Mozley's debut novel 'Elmet' was shortlisted for the Booker Prize in 2017. The novel follows a young boy whose relationship with his isolated family has turned sour, dealing with themes of home, sexuality and violence. Mozley is also a medievalist, studying for a PhD in medieval history at the University of York. First edition, first impression. Signed by the author to the title page. Atmospheric and unsettling, Mozley's 'Elmet' explores contemporary society and one family's precarious place in it. In the publisher's original paperback binding. Externally, generally very smart, with some minor handling marks to the boards. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are bright and clean. Near Fine . Ill.: None. Near Fine .