Do With Me What You Will — Joyce Carol Oates | 1973 First Edition
Do With Me What You Will — Joyce Carol Oates | 1973 First Edition
1973 first edition Do With Me What You Will by Joyce Carol Oates is a significant piece in the landscape of modern American literature. This first edition, first printing was published by The Vanguard Press in 1973, marking an important time in Oates's career.
The novel centers on Elena Howe, a character whose life is profoundly influenced by the themes of beauty, isolation, desire, and the pressures from society. As one of Oates’s major early works, it captivates readers with its dark, psychologically intricate narrative. Oates brilliantly examines complex issues surrounding identity, obsession, love, and the quest for personal freedom throughout the book.
This particular copy is especially valuable as it retains its original dust jacket with the publisher’s price of $7.95 still visible on the front flap, a detail that adds to its desirability among collectors, given that many jackets have been clipped over time.
Edition details:
- Publisher: The Vanguard Press, New York
- Year: 1973
- Binding: Hardcover with original dust jacket
- Original Price: $7.95, intact
- ISBN: 0814907504
- Pages: 561
- Condition: Very Good - a well-preserved edition with some age-appropriate wear. The dust jacket remains presentable with the original price still intact. Please refer to the provided photographs for the exact condition.
This is not merely a book; it is a lovely collectible for devoted readers of Joyce Carol Oates, enthusiasts of modern American first editions, or anyone dedicated to assembling a collection of noteworthy twentieth-century literary works.
Embrace the opportunity to own this 1973 first edition Do With Me What You Will and delve into the rich tapestry of Oates's storytelling.