The Hero and the Crown
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- 2
- First edition
- Ace Books, 1984
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Who published the first edition of The Hero and the Crown?
The first edition of The Hero and the Crown by Robin McKinley was published in New York by Ace Books in 1984.
How many editions of The Hero and the Crown are there?
We track 2 editions of The Hero and the Crown, including 1 first edition. Each has its own page with how to identify it.
Did The Hero and the Crown win any awards?
Yes: The Hero and the Crown won the Newbery Medal (1985), according to Wikidata.
How can I tell if my copy of The Hero and the Crown is a first edition?
Check the title page and its reverse (the copyright page) against the edition: publisher, place and date should match, with no later printing or edition stated. Where we know the issue points, they are listed on the edition's page.