first edition Softcover
1989 · [Washington DC]
by {Peck, Gregory} [The American Film Institute]
[Washington DC]: The American Film Institute. Very Good+. 1989. First Edition. Softcover. [nice clean copy, lightly bumped at base of spine, short diagonal crease at bottom corner of front cover]. (B&W photographs) "Souvenir Edition" of the program/tribute book, issued on the occasion of the presentation to Peck of the AFI's Life Achievement Award, given annually to an individual "whose talent has in a fundamental way advanced the film art; whose accomplishment has been acknowledged by scholars, critics, professional peers and the general public; and whose work has stood the test of time." Nicely-turned out book, with short essays by Stanley Kramer, Harper Lee, Stephen Peck, George Stevens Jr. (about Peck's role in the founding of the AFI itself), and Peck himself; the bulk of the book is full-page photo tributes sponsored by various individuals and companies. . (Inventory #: 13606)