1979, 1st Edition, 1st Printing, DJ, THE WHITE ALBUM, by JOAN DIDION

Description: The White Album by Joan Didion New York: Simon and Schuster 1979 First Edition, First Printing Octavo, 223 pages, publisher's original color pictorial dust jacket. Publisher's original black cloth over red boards. A few small tears, some rubbing, and a few creases to the flaps of the otherwise nice dust jacket that has the original price of $9.95 unclipped, else in very good condition. "The White Album" is a collection of essays by Joan Didion, first published in 1979. The title essay, "The White Album," lends its name to the entire collection and is one of the most well-known pieces within it. The essay is a reflective exploration of Didion's own experiences during the late 1960s and early 1970s in California. It offers a series of vignettes that capture the cultural and political landscape of the time, including the Manson Family murders, the counterculture movement, and the broader societal shifts occurring in America. Didion's writing in "The White Album" is characterized by its sharpness, clarity, and introspection as she grapples with her own sense of identity and belonging amidst the chaos of the era. The collection as a whole touches on various themes such as identity, politics, feminism, and mental illness, making it a rich and multifaceted exploration of American life during a tumultuous period in history. If you have any questions, feel free to ask and don't forget to check out my other listings.

Price: 288.75 USD

Location: West Chester, Pennsylvania

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