Description: Tennessee Williams Period of Adjustment: High Point Over a Cavern New Directions, 1960 Condition: •Dust Jacket: Present and protected in a Mylar sleeve. Exhibits light wear, including minor creases on the front panel and mild soiling to the rear panel. Retains its original price of $3.25 on the front flap. Design by Harold Bruder is vivid and legible. •Cloth Cover: Bound in terra-cotta cloth with white spine lettering, the boards show minimal wear and maintain their sharp edges. Slight discoloration to one corner observed. •Text Block: Clean and unmarked, with no foxing, tears, or prior ownership marks. Pages remain crisp, exhibiting uniform toning typical of the period. •Binding: Tight and square with no looseness or cracking. •Endpapers: Pristine, with no marks or stains. Description: This is a first edition, first printing of Tennessee Williams’ Period of Adjustment: High Point Over a Cavern, a play subtitled “A Serious Comedy.” Known for his iconic dramatic works, Williams showcases a lighter, comedic approach in this poignant exploration of personal and marital dynamics during the Christmas season. The dust jacket design by Harold Bruder complements the play’s blend of humor and psychological insight. Stefan Salter’s book design further enhances the appeal of this collectible. First edition status is confirmed with no subsequent printings listed, aligning with New Directions’ publication practices of the era. Interesting Notes: 1.Harold Bruder’s Jacket Design: The minimalistic yet expressive cover art aligns with New Directions’ avant-garde publishing ethos, a hallmark of mid-20th-century literature. 2.Thematic Significance: Period of Adjustment was adapted into a 1962 film directed by George Roy Hill. Its themes of disconnection and reconciliation highlight Williams’ dexterity beyond his more somber plays. Shipping and Packaging: This book will be securely packaged with care to ensure it arrives in the condition described. Shipping is prompt, and tracking will be provided.
Price: 47.5 USD
Location: Petaluma, California
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Publication Year: 1960
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Book Title: Period Of Adjustment
Author: Tennessee Williams
Features: Dust Jacket
Publisher: New Directions
Original Language: English
Edition: First Edition
