Dona Flor and Her Two Husbands - Jorge Amado - First American Edition 1969 - DJ

Langue : anglais

Edité par Alfred A. Knopf (Borzoi Books), New York, 1969

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A 1969 first American edition of Jorge Amado's beloved comic masterpiece, "Dona Flor and Her Two Husbands," one of the most celebrated novels to come out of Brazil in the 20th century. This is the story of Dona Flor, an adorable woman torn between her respectable second husband and the ghost of her charming, reckless first husband who refuses to stay dead. Amado's novel is alive with the color, heat, and sensuality of Bahia, Brazil. It's a comic exploration of love, desire, and the impossible question: can a moral woman enjoy two husbands at once? The book became an international sensation and was adapted into a wildly successful 1976 Brazilian film that remains one of the most popular films in Brazilian cinema history. Jorge Amado was Brazil's most famous novelist, celebrated internationally for his vibrant storytelling and his ability to capture the spirit of Brazilian life. This novel showcases his gift for creating unforgettable characters and blending humor, eroticism, and social observation into irresistible fiction. First American edition stated on the copyright page. Originally published in Portuguese as "Dona Flor e Seus Dois Maridos" in São Paulo, Brazil. Published by Alfred A. Knopf (Borzoi Books), New York. Hardcover with the original dust jacket, featuring the iconic coral-and-green design. Book is in Near Fine condition, with beautiful pink top-edge staining, clean pages, and gorgeous green cloth boards with gold spine lettering. Dust jacket: Fair, with missing pieces at the top edges of the front and back panels, edge wear throughout, and previous owner's pen markings on the back panel. Colors remain vibrant. A solid reading copy of this important Latin American novel. Condition: Near Fine/Fair A solid reading copy of one of Latin America's most beloved novels. Increasingly collectible as interest grows in international literary fiction and Brazilian culture.

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Détails bibliographiques

Titre
Dona Flor and Her Two Husbands - Jorge Amado - First American Edition 1969 - DJ
Auteur
Jorge Amado
Éditeur
Alfred A. Knopf (Borzoi Books), New York
Année de publication
1969
État de l'article
Bon
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Reliure
Couverture rigide
Langue
anglais
Édition
Edition originale

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