Description
Signed first paperback edition of The Narrows by Ann Petry.
Octavo, xx, 428pp. Original paperback, title printed in green on front cover and spine, $10.95 retail price on rear panel. “First published as a Beacon paperback in 1988” on copyright, with full number line. Solid text block, faint toning to edges, short crease to front cover, a near fine example.
Inscribed on the title page: “For Oliver — with admiration / Ann Petry / May – 23 – 1988.”
Ann Petry (1908-1997) was an influential African American writer best known for the novel, The Street, which explores the challenges faced by a single mother living in Harlem. Her keen observations of race, gender, and urban life in mid-20th-century America are reflected in her compelling narratives, showcasing a deep understanding of social issues.
