William Shakespeare's Macbeth illustrated by Salvador Dali, 1946, HC Doubleday

Title: Macbeth Author: William Shakespeare Illustrator: Salvador Dalí Publisher: Doubleday & Company, Inc., 1946 Edition: First Edition Text Source: Based on Professor George Lyman Kittredge’s edition of The Complete Works of Shakespeare (copyright 1936, Ginn and Company) This rare 1946 Doubleday first edition of Shakespeare’s Macbeth is richly illustrated by the famed surrealist artist Salvador Dalí, whose bold, intricate artwork adds a dark and dynamic visual layer to the classic tragedy. The cover features a striking repeating pattern, reflecting Dalí’s distinctive style. Condition Notes: • The book exhibits clear signs of age and use. • There is visible water damage affecting the cover and possibly some interior pages. • The outer layer of the spine binding is missing, exposing the underlying structure of the spine. • Despite these issues, the book’s body remains largely intact and is an excellent candidate for professional rebinding and restoration, which would greatly enhance its longevity and value. This is a highly collectible piece for fans of Shakespeare, Salvador Dalí, or rare illustrated editions, offering a unique intersection of literature and surrealist art.