THE Idol AND THE Octopus

The book is in fair condition with noticeable wear on the cover, including creases and some discoloration. The binding is intact, and the pages show age-related tanning. No dust jacket is present. Overall, it remains a solid reading copy with all text legible.

"The Idol and the Octopus" by Norman Mailer is a first printing by Dell Publishing Co., Inc., released in June 1968. This paperback edition is a collection of Mailer's political writings focusing on the Kennedy and Johnson administrations. Norman Mailer, an influential American novelist and journalist, offers his critical insights into major political figures and events of the 1960s. This edition, published in New York, captures the social and political climate of the era, making it a valuable piece for collectors and scholars interested in American political history. The book is in fair condition, with visible wear on the cover. This edition is relatively scarce, particularly in its first printing form, and serves as an important reflection of Mailer's engagement with American politics.