J.b.

This hardcover edition of "J.B." is in good condition, with no visible inscriptions or signs of being an ex-library copy. The binding is intact, and the pages are clean. The dust jacket condition is not visible in the photos, so it is not included in this assessment. The book's structural integrity suggests it has been well cared for over the years.

"J.B." by Archibald MacLeish, published by Houghton Mifflin Co. in Boston, 1958, is a significant entry in 20th-century American drama. This copy is the Fourteenth Printing, Sentry Edition C, distinguishing it from earlier editions with its unique title page design by Ismar David. MacLeish, a renowned poet and playwright, won the Pulitzer Prize for this work, which explores profound themes through poetic drama. This edition is a celebrated piece of literary history, reflecting the era's cultural and philosophical inquiries. The book is in hardcover format, with no inscriptions or library markings, making it a clean copy for collectors. While the dust jacket condition is not visible, the book itself appears well-preserved, offering a glimpse into mid-century American theatrical literature.