Description
A first edition, first printing of ‘Fiddler on the Roof’ by Joseph Stein, published by Crown in 1964. A near fine book with two gift inscriptions to the front endpaper – no spotting to the edges. In a very good dust wrapper unclipped showing $3.95 to the top of the front flap. Chip to the crown of the spine – small thin loss to the foot of the front panel and some corners.
Fiddler on the Roof is a celebrated musical that premiered in 1964, with music by Jerry Bock, lyrics by Sheldon Harnick, and a book by Joseph Stein. Set in the early 20th century in a Russian village, it follows Tevye, a poor Jewish milkman, as he navigates family, tradition, and change. Tevye faces challenges when his three daughters choose marriages that defy their cultural norms, forcing him to balance his love for them with his religious beliefs. The show explores themes of tradition, faith, and resilience, featuring iconic songs like “If I Were a Rich Man” and “Tradition.”
