The Color Purple, Original Promotional Book

(Walker, Alice)

Published by s.n., s.l., 1985

About this Item

First edition. Color illustrations throughout, (44) pp., invitation to the film's World Premier laid in. 1 vols. 4to. Large format illustrated book, likely distributed to members of the Motion Picture Academy, depicting the cast and producers of the Stephen Spielberg film. Although nominated for 11 Academy Awards, and considered the Best Picture of the year by many critics, the film took home no awards. The novel was awarded the Pulitzer Prize and the National Book Award (1983) and cemented Walker's place among American writers. Also laid in is a folding invitation to the World Premier for the film in New York City. Provenance: from the library of Walker's editor John Ferrone Purple wrappers with dye-cut silhouette of a woman in a rocking chair. Fine Color illustrations throughout, (44) pp., invitation to the film's World Premier laid in. 1 vols. 4to. Seller Inventory # 266559

Bibliographic Details

Title: The Color Purple, Original Promotional Book

Publisher: s.n., s.l.

Publication Date: 1985

Binding: Soft cover

Edition: First edition.