Search Results: Novotny's Pain by Philip Roth

Los Angeles: Sylvester & Orphanos, 1980. First, limited. Fine. Novotny's Pain is a short story, first published in the New Yorker, about an aging man who is plagued by a mysterious and debilitating pain in his lower back, which has a profound impact on his physical and emotional well-being He is unable to find relief from the pain, despite seeking help from various doctors and specialists The story explores the theme of aging and the physical decline that comes with it, as well as the frustration and helplessness that can accompany chronic painThis limited edition (118 of 330) is fine in brown patterned cloth with gilt titles on a black label on the spine No marks or damage at all Signed by Roth on the limitation page at the rear"Gift Quality" 33 pp.

Los Angeles: Sylvester & Orphanos, 1980. First Edition. Of an edition of 330 numbered and signed copies, this is an additional copy with the words SPECIAL COPY FOR CLAIRE BLOOM printed on the colophon page beneath which Philip Roth has handwritten: “For dear Claire, Philip”. A finely printed affair printed on arches mouldmade paper. Designed by Grant Dahlstrom and printed at the Castle Press. Finely bound in full decoratively stamped cloth in the publisher’s slipcase. Distinguished actress Claire Bloom was the wife of Philip Roth and they were married from 1990 to 1995. Very fine.