James Baldwin. Stated first edition, first printing. New York: St. Martin’s, 1985. Both unclipped dust jacket and hardcover are in Very Good condition. The dust jacket has some chipping along the top/bottom spine and edges. No writing or markings found in the book, 690 pp. Jacket design by Andy Carpenter.
A landmark collection from one of America’s most influential literary voices, The Price of the Ticket gathers more than four decades of essays, criticism, interviews, and reflections by James Baldwin. Spanning subjects from race, literature, politics, culture, and identity, this substantial volume offers an essential introduction to Baldwin’s enduring intellectual and moral legacy.
A desirable first printing of one of Baldwin’s most important collections, increasingly sought after by collectors of modern first editions, African American literature, and twentieth-century literary history.
An important addition to any James Baldwin collection.
