First edition and Second State of Steinbeck's timeless classic. The Moon is Down continued the literary experiment that was begun with Of Mice and Men. That is, writing a short novel that had the time and place disciplines of Drama and The Stage. Book is remarkably fine condition with just a bit of toning. Dustjacket is very good with missing paper at a bit chipping to the top of the spine panel as well as the bottom. Front and rear panels excellent. Price clipped by the publisher as called for with diagonal clips to all inner flaps. There is an ad for savings bonds for defense on the back panel of the dustjacket.