Herzog

First edition. Signed by author on full title page. Light blue top stain. Clipped jacket with light wear at edges. Five small closed tears (less than 1/8") Clean interior with no toning. Blue cloth with embossed title on front cover, silver gilt title on spine. This is the story of Moses Herzog, a great sufferer, joker, mourner, and charmer. Although his life steadily disintegrates around him - he has failed as a writer and teacher, as a father, and has lost the affection of his wife to his best friend - Herzog sees himself as a survivor, both of his private disasters and those of the age. He writes unsent letters to friends and enemies, colleagues and famous people, revealing his wry perception of the world around him, and the innermost secrets of his heart. 341 pages.