SIGNED, 1993, 1st Ed / 3rd PRINTING, THE SHIPPING NEWS, by E. ANNIE PROULX
$ 137.28
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The Shipping News by E. Annie Proulx New York: Charles Scribner's Sons 1993 First Edition, Third Printing Signed inscription by the author on the title page. Octavo, 337 pages, publisher's original pictorial dust jacket with the original price unclipped. Publisher's original blue cloth over grey boards. The dust jacket is now in a protective mylar sleeve. Some signs of rubbing, cigar aroma, else in good + condition. The Shipping News by E. Annie Proulx is a Pulitzer Prize-winning novel that tells the story of Quoyle, a struggling newspaper reporter who, after the tragic death of his wife, moves with his two daughters to his ancestral home in Newfoundland. There, amid the rugged landscape and harsh coastal weather, he begins working for The Gammy Bird, a local newspaper specializing in sensationalized news. As he adjusts to his new life, Quoyle confronts his painful past, discovers long-buried family secrets, and slowly builds a sense of belonging within the tight-knit fishing community. Proulx's evocative prose captures the stark beauty of Newfoundland, while her deeply human characters and wry humor create a poignant exploration of loss, resilience, and the possibility of redemption. If you have any questions, feel free to ask, and don't forget to check out my other listings.
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