MARILYN AMONG FRIENDS By: Sam Shaw and Norman Rosten Copyright: 1987; this is a 1992 First Edition of this Crescent Version Published By: Crescent Books This over-sized Hard Cover book (191 numbered pages) is in Very Good condition with the original paper dust jacket. No blemishes noted inside or out, other than chip to lower edge of front original paper jacket, and a small matching scratch/dent to the front cover there. There is an inscription and name in ink to the second inside page. Otherwise, book is in excellent condition inside and out. Contains numerous photographs of Marilyn Monroe. Extremely collectible in very good condition! About Book: A tribute to Marilyn Monroe, this work is written by two of her closest friends. Norman Rosten, poet, playwright and novelist, was introduced to Marilyn Monroe in 1955 by his friend, photographer Sam Shaw. Their relationship was to become so close that Rosten was described as Marilyn's closest friend. For the rest of her life Marilyn saw a great deal of the Brooklyn writer and his wife Hedda. Something in the gentle, humorous family man appealed to Marilyn and inspired her trust. For Rosten, Marilyn was different things at different times; an attractive and sophisticated woman, an innocent child and sometimes just a dear friend, badly in need of help. Sam Shaw met Marilyn Monroe on the set of "Gentleman Prefer Blondes" in 1953. He was to take many famous photographs of her, including the skirt-blowing shots for "The Seven-Year Itch". He too became her friend and took many photographs of her revealing the other sides of her personality that only her true friends knew. Fantastic gift for the Marilyn Monroe fan or book collector in your life!!!!! Your satisfaction is important to me. Any and all questions answered, and happy to send more pics / info etc. Please look at my overall feedback and buy with confidence. Please see my other auctions for more great collectible books! Happy to discount shipping for multiple wins! Check out my other items!