Book #21302

Evidence Of Love - 1st Trade Edition/1st Printing

Shirley Ann Grau
Book #21302 Evidence Of Love - 1st Trade Edition/1st Printing. Shirley Ann Grau.

Binding: 1/4 Cloth
Book Condition: Fine in Fine dust jacket
Edition: First Edition; First Printing
Publisher: New York: Alfred A. Knopf, 1977.
ISBN: 0394411153

A handsome first Trade edition/first printing following a privately printed limited edition in about Fine condition and seemingly unread; in alike dust-jacket. From the collection of Betty Anderson, legendary art director of publisher Knopf in the late 20th century as evidenced by her (small and unobtrusive) inventory number and signature on front paste down; is a heartwarming story of a young girl who is faced with the unthinkable. Caitlyn's mother is diagnosed with terminal cancer and has just a few months to live. Caitlyn is heartbroken and feels like she has lost her mom for good. When Caitlyn's mom dies, she is given a box of her mother's belongings. In the box is a letter from her mother that says, "I am here with you always." Caitlyn is inspired by her mother's words and decides to start a tradition of writing letters to her dad every week. As she writes, she begins to understand her relationship with her dad better and begins to heal. Caitlyn's dad is also affected by her mother's death and starts to open up to Caitlyn. As they share their memories and letters, Caitlyn and her dad begin to rebuild their relationship. This book is a beautiful story of love and loss.; 8vo.

Price: $50.00