1964 Library reinforced binding. No DJ as issued. Former library copy with expected stamps, etc. and glue staining to front end papers. Ink on cover is in great shape as shown. Cover has very minor scuffing on edges. Text is free from any highlighting, underlining, or notations other than noted stamps. Pages are crisp and free from any creasing, rippling, or rips. No pages missing. Binding still very tight. Additional Details ------------------------------ Product description: Clarie Tanner was convinced that she and her brother, Brian, should carry on their father's lobster business, although she was aware that Bennett Islanders opposed winter lobstering for a 19-year-old girl and a 15-year-old boy. Once Clarie made up her mind to do something, she was sure she could sweep everybody else along.If her decision to return to Bennett's Island after her father's death was involved with the ache Paul Ryder had left in her heart, she wouldn't admit it, even to herself. Only Ross Bennett knew about her feelings for Paul, and advice from Ross, who seemed to be continually riding herd on herself and Brian, was the last thing Clarie wanted.But as the icy days of winter brought new problems to the Tanner family, and near disaster to the Tanner boat, Clarie worried. Maybe it was too much for her to handle.This spirited new teenage romance of Bennett Island is fresh with the salty atmosphere of Maine.