I had a signed copy of the first edition. I loaned it to a friend and never got it back. My Mother bought me a second printing a few years later and I still have it. I have read it several times. I grew up in western Montana and have met Elmer a couple times. While I dont agree with everything he said or wrote, the man was for real for sure. The dust cover on mine is a bit rough but the hard cover is in great shape. I am not sure of the value of this one but I might entertain the idea of selling it. Send me a message and we can discuss.