{"product_id":"9780486854540","title":"The Price of Salt: Or Carol","description":"Now available in a splendid, affordable hardcover edition with easy—to—read type of the unabridged original text, this groundbreaking LGBTQ classic by Patricia Highsmith is a raw, intoxicating exploration of desire, identity, and courage. Highsmith, writing under the pseudonym Claire Morgan, crafted a narrative that defied the pervasive stereotypes and tragic endings typical of lesbian literature of the era. Her portrayal of a same—sex romance was a daring move, challenging societal norms of the 1950s when such topics were cloaked in stigma and often relegated to subtext or moral condemnation. The relationship between Therese Belivet and Carol Aird is depicted with sincere complexity, making their love story universally relatable. The novel provides a rare, affirming representation of LGBTQ individuals, offering a glimmer of hope and validation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Patricia Highsmith's literary prowess has led to numerous film adaptations of her works, including \u003ci\u003eCarol\u003c\/i\u003e, based on \u003ci\u003eThe Price of Salt\u003c\/i\u003e, and the classic thrillers \u003ci\u003eStrangers on a Train\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eThe Talented Mr. Ripley\u003c\/i\u003e. This beautifully bound edition makes the perfect collectible treasure for booklovers and gifting.\u003cbr\u003e  ","brand":"Dover Publications","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42435586097213,"sku":"9780486854540","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0603\/0838\/9949\/files\/9780486854540_p0.jpg?v=1771597236","url":"https:\/\/www.tatteredcover.mom\/products\/9780486854540","provider":"Tattered Cover","version":"1.0","type":"link"}