{"product_id":"the-price-of-salt-or-carol-dover-bookshelf-hardcover-classics","title":"The Price of Salt: Or Carol (Dover Bookshelf Hardcover Classics)","description":"Dover Bookshelf presents a stunning collection of affordable hardcover classics with easy-to-read type as the perfect collectible treasure for booklovers and gifting.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 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. Challenging the societal norms of the 1950s, the novel defies era stereotypes with a sincere, complex romance between Therese Belivet and Carol Aird, making their love story universally relatable and offering a glimmer of hope and validation.\u003cbr\u003eDover Bookshelf: The perfect keepsake and gift for collectors, booklovers, and readers of LGBTQ+ literature, with easy-to-read text and perfectly sized at 5 x 8 inches for easy portability or shelf display. Beautifully bound: This affordable hardcover edition has a textured cloth-look cover with a contemporary graphic beauty that extends from the cover to the endpapers. A Landmark in LGBTQ+ Fiction: Experience the novel that boldly portrayed a lesbian romance with hope and authenticity—long before mainstream acceptance. Inspiration for the Acclaimed Film: The basis for the award-winning movie Carol, starring Cate Blanchett and Rooney Mara, brought this powerful story to life on the big screen. Timeless and Relevant: Explore themes of identity, desire, and societal expectations that still resonate deeply with modern readers. Beautifully Written Prose: Patricia Highsmith’s masterful storytelling and psychological depth make this novel a literary classic and a must-read for book lovers. Perfect for Book Clubs: Ideal for discussion groups focusing on romance, LGBTQ+ literature, and 20th-century classics.\u003cbr\u003eLet The Price of Salt (or Carol) sweep you away with its emotional depth and timeless appeal. This unforgettable novel is a celebration of love, courage, and the enduring power of the human heart.","brand":"Dover Publications","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47728844112098,"sku":"MTO-DOVER-2026-04-23-9.00-606","price":32.71,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/9898\/5881\/files\/book_604_doSEPuXyK.jpg?v=1776946862","url":"https:\/\/layitflat.com\/products\/the-price-of-salt-or-carol-dover-bookshelf-hardcover-classics","provider":"Lay it Flat Publishing Group","version":"1.0","type":"link"}