The Executioner's Song

This first edition hardcover of "The Executioner's Song" is in fair condition. The dust jacket exhibits wear, particularly around the edges, and features a library sticker from the Olive Warner Memorial Library. The binding remains strong, and the pages are clean, though typical library markings are present.

"The Executioner's Song" by Norman Mailer, published by Little, Brown and Company in Boston and Toronto in 1979, is a first edition hardcover that delves into the true crime narrative surrounding Gary Gilmore. This edition is distinguished by its library markings from the Olive Warner Memorial Library. Mailer, a Pulitzer Prize-winning author, offers a meticulously detailed exploration of the events leading up to Gilmore's execution, blending journalistic precision with literary flair. This book stands out for its comprehensive portrayal of real-life crime and its impact on society, making it a significant work in the true crime genre. The dust jacket shows signs of wear, with edge wear and a library sticker present, but remains intact, protecting the hardcover binding.