Skip to content

Princess Bride
Stock Photo: Cover May Be Different

Princess Bride Paperback - 1976

by William Goldman


About this book

The book is presented as an abridged version of a fictional book by S. Morgenstern, and Goldman includes commentary throughout the story that tells the story of a young woman named Buttercup and her true love, Westley

Buttercup is engaged to the cruel Prince Humperdinck, but she is still in love with Westley, who disappeared years ago. When she is kidnapped by a group of criminals, including a vengeful Spaniard named Inigo Montoya and a giant named Fezzik, Westley comes to her rescue.

The book is a mix of adventure, romance, and humor, with memorable characters and a clever narrative structure. It also explores themes of true love, revenge, and the power of storytelling. Overall, "The Princess Bride" is a timeless classic that has captivated readers of all ages, which has been adapted into a popular film, directed by Rob Reiner.

First Edition Identification

Harcourt Brace Jovanovich published a First Edition, First Printing hardcover in 1973, New York.


Details

  • Title Princess Bride
  • Author William Goldman
  • Binding Paperback
  • Edition New edition
  • Pages 283
  • Publisher Macmillan, London, England
  • Date 1976-12
  • ISBN 9780330247900