The Princess Bride

5b William Goldman. London: Bloomsbury, 1999. 25th Anniversary Edition. From the Personal Collection of the Author.

Notes

The Princess Bride, written by William Goldman, is a whimsical fantasy adventure that blends romance, humor, and satire. It tells the story of Buttercup, a beautiful young woman, and Westley, her devoted farm boy, whose love is tested by pirates, kidnappers, an evil prince, and a colorful cast of characters—including the vengeful Inigo Montoya and the gentle giant Fezzik. Framed as a story read by a grandfather to his sick grandson, the tale plays with fairy tale tropes while celebrating true love, bravery, and cleverness. Both heartfelt and hilariously self-aware, The Princess Bride has become a beloved modern classic.

William Goldman, an acclaimed novelist and screenwriter, wrote The Princess Bride in 1973 as a gift for his two daughters—one asked for a story about "princesses," the other about "brides." Blending his sharp wit with a love for storytelling, Goldman created a fictional backstory in which he presents himself as merely abridging a classic tale by the imaginary author S. Morgenstern. This playful narrative device allowed him to inject humor and commentary throughout the book. Known for works like Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid and All the President's Men, Goldman brought his screenwriting flair to the novel, which later helped him adapt it into the beloved 1987 film.

Description

Black cloth binding with gilt lettering on the spine. Original pictorial dust jacket. Map endpapers. Like new condition.