The Dancing Mind

New York: Alfred A. Knopf, 1997. 1997, FIRST EDITION, THIRD PRINTING. Hardcover and dustjacket. SIGNED BOOKPLATE BY THE LATE TONI MORRISON LAID IN (NOT GLUED DOWN). Bookplate was signed by Ms. Morrison in person for this book (she did not freely sign her books or bookplates). 17 pages plus one page of promotion for other books by the author, one page about the author, and a final page about the type used for the book at end. Condition: Fine, new, never read. Kept in temperature-controlled bookcase. Free of smelly humidity stains and the smell of a cigarette or cigar smoker. Dustjacket Protected in Mylar cover. In gift-giving condition. This is Toni Morrison's speech of her acceptance of the National Book Foundation Medal for Distinguished Contribution, November 6, 1996. She speaks with brevity and passion to the pleasures, the difficulties, the necessities, of the reading/writing life in our time. Historical, very collectible. And a rare signed bookplate included. Note: We are a well-established, well-respected, ethical book dealer in business since 1991. We describe the condition of our books thoroughly and honestly, so you'll know exactly what you will be receiving when you order. We ship promptly. . Author Signed Bookplate, Included. First Edition, 3rd Printing. Hard Cover. Fine/Fine.