Didion’s acclaimed essay on loss and grief. It is an account of the year following her husband’s death, in which she observes and communicates the many facets of her grieving process, of the end of her marriage, and on her daughter’s illness. A masterful journalistic and autobiographical work that exemplifies her particular vision and style.

Alfred A. Knopf, 2004. Proof copy. Paperback, 219 pp. 20 x 14cm. Cream card covers with black and blue titles cover and spine, back cover has details of Author tour of October 2005. Light wear to covers from handling, interior unmarked. In very good condition.