first edition
1979 · New York
by Didion, Joan
New York: Simon & Schuster, 1979. First edition. Very good in very good jacket.. First printing of Didion's iconic collection of essays of 1960s and 70s California culture. Besides the stunningly insightful title essay, also includes the moving "In Bed" and the astute "On The Morning After The Sixties," plus many more. A classic collection and one of Didion's best and most enduring books. 8.25'' x 5.25''. Original publisher's quarter black cloth over red boards. In original unclipped ($9.95) color dust jacket. 224 pages. Some moderate soiling to jacket, touches of edgewear. Book has slight lean, shelfwear. Overall, sound.
(Inventory #: 50320)