First edition for which it was not drawn from great papers, mention of third edition. Back slightly insolated with a clear wetting in the middle, two small gaps on the second board. Autograph dedication dated October 1946 and signed by Raymond Queneau to a friend named Suzanne: "Dear Suzanne, I apologize, it's a very bad book, it's clumsy and awkward as its author, but have more indulgence. for the latter."