New York: Thomas Y. Crowell Company, 1977. First edition. A Near Fine copy of the book in like dust jacket. Book with the contemporary ink ownership inscription of actor Ruth Gordon (1896 – 1985) on the front free endpaper along with a notation that the book won the Newberry in 1977. Otherwise an excellent copy overall. Jacket retains original $7.95 price, with a few short tears or creases, but overall bright and unrestored. Printed in an inital printing of 7,000 copies, first printings are relatively scarce on the market.

When Jesse befriends the class outcast Leslie, the two join forces to create a rich imaginary world called Terabithia. Together in their wooded kingdom, the two children face ogres and encounter magical creatures that help them sort through the difficulties they confront in their real lives. And then, an unexpected tragedy brings adulthood all too soon.

Adapted twice into film, once in 1985 and once in 2007, Bridge to Terabithia has become a beloved modern classic for generations of young readers.

Ruth Gordon was a Broadway and film actor best known for her roles in Rosemary's Baby (1968) and as the titular Maude in Harold and Maude (1971). She won Academy Award, a Primetime Emmy, and two Golden Globe Awards for her acting, and received three Academy Award nominations for her writing. Near Fine in Near Fine dust jacket. (Item #5534)