More ways to confirm a first printing
- Interlocked OU monogram
- Number line (1970s+)
- Edition statements / printing history (older titles)
Notable points & cautions
- Home of the Civilization of the American Indian series (250+ volumes from 1932) and the Western Frontier Library — popular titles reprint often.
Frequently asked questions
How do I know if my University of Oklahoma Press book is a first edition?
Check the copyright page. ISBN prefix 0-8061 Interlocked OU monogram
Does University of Oklahoma Press use a number line?
Interlocked OU monogram
Is a book-club edition a University of Oklahoma Press first edition?
No. Book-club editions reprint the text but are not the true first edition. Home of the Civilization of the American Indian series (250+ volumes from 1932) and the Western Frontier Library — popular titles reprint often.
What era does this cover?
This covers University of Oklahoma Press. Conventions changed over time, so confirm the era of your copy.
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