Book #29051

Alfred A. Knopf: Quarter Century - 1st Edition

Alfred A. Knopf
Book #29051 Alfred A. Knopf: Quarter Century - 1st Edition. Alfred A. Knopf.
Alfred A. Knopf: Quarter Century - 1st Edition

Binding: Cloth
Book Condition: Very Good+
Edition: First Edition; First Printing
Publisher: Chicago: Elmer Adler, 1940.

First edition in Very Good+ condition, spine lightly faded in sunned slip-case. 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 on front paste down.

Alfred A. Knopf(1951) Quarter Century: A Memoir of Alfred A. Knopf.

Alfred A. Knopf(1951) Quarter Century: A Memoir of Alfred A. Knopf. Knopf is the publishing house founded by his father, Alfred Knopf, and his uncle, Samuel Lipman. Alfred Knopf Jr. became publisher in 1949 and led the company until his death in 1984. This book is a memoir of Knopf's time as publisher, covering the years 1949-1984. It includes a description of Knopf's philosophy and his approach to publishing, as well as anecdotes about the people and books he published during that time.; 8vo; FSA.

Price: $50.00