Description
Offered is Thanks to Berkeley…, a 2008 hardcover photographic book published by University Relations, University of California, Berkeley, in celebration of The Campaign for Berkeley.
This copy has outstanding literary and institutional association: it comes from a group of books owned by Joan Didion and includes a handwritten Berkeley card addressed to Joan, signed by Mary Keegan, who is credited in the book as Creative Director. The note references Didion’s “inspirational words about Berkeley,” her essay in There Was Light, wording approved for a campaign television spot, and a quote used at the end of the book.
This is a meaningful Joan Didion / UC Berkeley association item, connecting Didion’s personal Berkeley history with the university’s major campaign publication.
Key points:
* Joan Didion provenance from a group of books owned by Didion
* Includes handwritten UC Berkeley presentation card addressed to Joan
* Card references Didion’s Berkeley writing and campaign-related wording
* Published by University Relations, UC Berkeley, 2008
* ISBN: 978-0-9790609-1-5
* Features Berkeley campus photography, including Sather Tower / the Campanile and other university landmarks
* A much stronger collectible than the standard book because of the Didion association and accompanying card
Condition: Hardcover with dust jacket. Some light visible shelf and edge wear, including wear at corners/edges of the jacket, but overall presents well as a collectible copy. The handwritten card is included with the book. Please view all photos for the full condition details.
