MR SAMMLERS PLANET By SAUL BELLOW Fawcett Crest PB 1969 1971 [Hardcover] Saul Bellow [Hardcover] Saul Bellow

Description

1970 Viking publishing edition. Hardcover has some shelf wear. Missing dust jacket. The pages are clean and in good condition. The binding is secure.

This copy of Saul Bellow’s celebrated novel “Mr. Sammler’s Planet” is a 1970 Viking Press first edition, a significant literary artifact from the height of the author’s career. Bellow, a Canadian-American writer, was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1976, cementing his status as one of the 20th century’s most influential novelists. “Mr. Sammler’s Planet” is a poignant exploration of the human condition in the aftermath of World War II, following the titular character, a Holocaust survivor grappling with the complexities of modern life in New York City. Bellow’s masterful prose and profound insights into the human psyche have made this novel a enduring classic, resonating with readers across generations. Despite its age and the absence of a dust jacket, this copy remains in good condition, with clean pages and a secure binding, making it a desirable addition to any collection of significant literary works or a treasured reading copy for Bellow enthusiasts.