Gone with the wind, novel by margaret mitchell, published in 1936. The book has been called offensive and vulgar because of the language and characterizations. Gone with the wind, by margaret mitchell 1936, published by. May 17, 2011 n ot many books nowadays are 984 pages long, or set in the 1800s. Picture of the back dust jacket flap for the first edition of gone with the wind. Oscars best picture winners best picture winners golden globes emmys san diego comiccon new york comiccon sundance film festival toronto intl film festival awards central festival central all events. In particular it is the story of scarlett ohara, a headstrong southern belle who survives the hardships of the war and afterward manages to establish a successful. Pages can include considerable notesin pen or highlighterbut the notes cannot obscure the text.
Gone with the wind is one of those rare books that we never forget. As of 2014, a harris poll found it to be the second favorite book of american readers, just behind the bible. The movie romanticizes slavery, making them seem all happy and loving their masters. We read it when were young and fall in love with the characters, then we watch the film and read the book again and watch the film again and never get tired of. First edition points to identify gone with the wind by. See more ideas about gone with the wind, scarlett ohara and go to movies. Collecting gone with the wind by mitchell, margaret first edition. Margaret mitchell only published one complete novel, but it was quite the book gone with the wind earned her the pulitzer prize in 1937 and national book award for 1936.
Gone with the wind was selected for preservation in the national film registry by the united states library of congress in 1989 for being culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant. During the book, she falls in love with rhett butler, a city gentleman. The first edition of gone with the wind by margaret mitchell was published in 1936 by the macmillan company in new york. Gone with the wind is a story about civil war, starvation, rape, murder, heartbreak and slavery. Gone with the wind by mitchell, margaret and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Reprint edition but possible first edition for international collectors isbn. It was the only book she ever wrote and it took ten years to complete. Gone with the wind simple english wikipedia, the free. The making of a masterpiece the true story of margaret mitchell and gone with the wind by sally tippett rains foreword by ernie harwell published by global book publishers, beverly hills, california winner of 2010 missouri professional communicators mpc award first place nonfiction book 371 pages jam packed with more than you could ever dream.
Look for it only in books, for it is not more than a dream remembered, a civilization gone with the wind. Collecting gone with the wind by mitchell, margaret. If you are curious here is a website that tells how to recognize the 1st edition of gone with the wind. Get cozy and expand your home library with a large online selection of books at. Gone with the wind hardcover january 1, 1964 by margaret mitchell author. Gone with the wind by margaret mitchell identifying first edition points of issue. Watch out for the facsimile edition of gone with the wind, published in 1964. Gone with the wind by margaret mitchell 1964 international. Gone with the wind by margaret mitchell 1964 international collectors library. Published in 1936, gone with the wind sold 50,000 copies on its first day, and two million after a year.
Oct 17, 20 i couldnt finish gone with the wind because it was so racist kit steinkellner oct 17, 20 ive been on a childhood favorites kick recently talked about rereading little house on the prairie for book riot and after zooming through a tree grows in brooklyn and a wrinkle in time i was ready for my middle school favorite gone with the wind. Feb 27, 20 if you liked gone with the wind by margaret mitchell, you might enjoy one of these books see more ideas about books, gone with the wind and margaret mitchell. How much is an original 1937 copy of gone with the wind. My fiance inherited this bookclub edition of gone with the wind from her family, which always believed the book to be a first edition and the authors signature to. It won the pulitzer prize for fiction the next year. More than 30 million copies have been printed worldwide. Thriftbooks sells millions of used books at the lowest everyday prices. Gone with the wind by margaret mitchell, paperback barnes.
How much is a 1964 gone with the wind book worth answers. Gone with the wind was popular with american readers from the outset and was the top american fiction bestseller in 1936 and 1937. How much is an original 1937 copy of gone with the wind worth. Gone with the wind hardcover book, 1964 book club edition with. Growing up and grasping gone with the wind it happens sometimes that you pick up a classic book expecting a great read, and youre disappointed. It went on to at least 100 more printings and is one of the bestsellers of all time. Gone with the wind by margaret mitchell first edition points. Gone with the wind and millions of other books are available for instant access. Buy gone with the wind book online at low prices in india. Words like damn and whore were scandalous at the time.
About the gone with the wind book gone with the wind book. N ot many books nowadays are 984 pages long, or set in the 1800s. To date gone with the wind has sold over 20 million copies world wide, placing it second only to the bible. In the next printings gone with the wind was moved to the very top of the left column. Good for one or maybe two reads and then the spine will be gone and the book will fall apart. Beloved and thought by many to be the greatest of the american novels, gone with the wind is a story of love, hope and loss set against the tense historical background of the american civil war. Its a humongous book and the price on amazon is really a deal. This is a vintage 1964 copy of gone with the wind by margaret mitchell this book is in fantastic shape see pictures a great book for the price. Gone with the wind by margaret mitchell hardcover, 1964.
Gone with the wind international collectors library edition. Gone with the wind is a sweeping romantic story about the american civil war from the point of view of the confederacy. If you are curious here is a website that tells how to recognize the 1st edition of. It tells the story of scarlett ohara, and her adventures in the american south and in the plantation of tara during the civil war. Gone with the wind published margaret mitchells gone with the wind, one of the bestselling novels of all time and the basis for a blockbuster 1939 movie, is published on this day in. Here in this pretty world gallantry took its last bow. Picture of the first edition macmillan boards for gone with the wind. Everyone should read it at least once in their lifetime. The pictures are part of the description, so please view all pictures. Gone with the wind has been criticized as having perpetuated civil war myths and black stereotypes. We read it when were young and fall in love with the characters, then we watch the film and read the book again and watch the film again and never get tired of revisiting an era that is the most important in our history.
Copyright of 1964, but issued in 1986 for the 50th anniversary of the book. Gone with the wind by margaret mitchell vintage book. Gone with the wind margaret mitchell 1964 reprint of 1936 first edition book unknown binding january 1, 1951 4. But the story is amazing and i recommend watching but first read the book first so you can compare. Jacket is in good condition with some wear in corners, shown in pictures. Aug 16, 2016 i decided to read the most popular book set in that chapter of american history. Gone with the wind hardcover book, 1964 book club edition with dustjacket, by margaret mitchell. Even though it was 1,037 pages long, readers all over the world snatched up the book. But of course, some books remain classics, and gone with the wind is definitely one of them. See all 174 formats and editions hide other formats and editions.
Gone with the wind first edition collectible books for. Set in the american south against the backdrop of the american civil war and the reconstruction era, the film tells the story of scarlett ohara, the. Full ebook b0035lh176pdf download gone with the wind by margaret mitchell 1964. Old gone with the wind book 1937 margaret mitchell civil war novel georgia life. Gone with the wind by margaret mitchell 1964 international collectors library author. Items in the worthopedia are obtained exclusively from licensors and partners solely for our members research needs. Published in 1936, margaret mitchells gone with the wind has been banned on social grounds.
Mar 01, 2010 the first edition was printed in 1936. Published in 1936, mitchells tale of civilian life in georgia amid the war and during reconstruction was immediately met with critical acclaim and booming commercial success. Information on buying and collecting gone with the wind by mitchell. You can search for first editions of gone with the wind on, and. On the back of the jacket gone with the wind is in the right column. First edition front cover first edition back cover. We personally assess every books quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures. Jun 08, 2009 the value of collectible barbie dolls, gone with the wind barbie barbie doll dressed with same fashion in the grand enterance sce from gone with the windapproximatel 40 yrs old in the original and unopened,sealed package it was issued by mattel to dipict scarlet. It is one of the most famous books of its time, and was made into a movie with the.
May 12, 2015 why gone with the wind is a box office champ. May 31, 2012 growing up and grasping gone with the wind it happens sometimes that you pick up a classic book expecting a great read, and youre disappointed. Gone with the wind margaret mitchell 1964 reprint of 1936. This is in good as shown condition with corner and edge wear, torn jacket, and some small stains on page ends. First printing dust jackets are scarcer than the book itself. A book club edition was printed and released at the same time as the first and. Mitchell, gone with the wind, collector edition 1964 may 21, 2019. Gone with the wind international collectors library edition by margaret mitchell author.
These links will take you directly to search results for 1st edition copies copies for sale on the respective sites. If it is signed its worth more, and depending on condition. Gone with the wind, facsimile edition of the first edition, first. These books are identical in appearance to the original first edition, but were printed and published in 1964 or later. Aug 31, 2016 gone with the wind is a story about civil war, starvation, rape, murder, heartbreak and slavery. Here was the last ever to be seen of knights and their ladies fair, of master and of slave. Gone with the wind by margaret mitchell vintage book, international collectors library, 1964, scarlett ohara, rhett butler, civil war era. Gone with the wind by margaret mitchell, paperback. In part 2, the american south has lost the civil wa. International collectors library, ny 1936 and 1964 on page edition. The epic romance tale set in and around atlanta, georgia during the american civil war has remained a bestseller, even before the equally popular film starring clark gable.
Gone with the wind is a controversial reference point for subsequent writers. I decided to read the most popular book set in that chapter of american history. Gone with the wind is a novel by american writer margaret mitchell, first published in 1936. All viewfair books, prints, and manuscript items are 100% refundable up to 14 business days after item is received. Gone with the wind is a 1936 novel by margaret mitchell. What is the value of the book 1936 gone with the wind. In particular it is the story of scarlett ohara, a headstrong southern belle. Gone with the wind by mitchell, first edition, macmillan. Gone with the wind is a 1939 american epic historical romance film adapted from the 1936 novel by margaret mitchell. But when it was finished, margaret mitchell had produced what would become the most successful novel ever written. It is not necessarily a book one would associate with hope. Collecting gone with the wind by mitchell, margaret first. I couldnt finish gone with the wind because it was so racist kit steinkellner oct 17, 20 ive been on a childhood favorites kick recently talked about rereading little house on the prairie for book riot and after zooming through a tree grows in brooklyn and a wrinkle in time i was ready for my middle school favorite gone with the wind. Includes a variety of works about scarlett ohara and rhett butler including the original gone with the wind.
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