Einstein on the Beach an Opera in four acts by Robert Wilson and Philip Glass with choreography by Andrew de Groat by Wilson, Robert; Philip Glass; Andrew de Groat - 1976

New York: Printed in Italy by Centro Grafico Linate, Milan; EOS Enterprises, Inc, 1976. First Edition. Slipcased. Near Fine. First Edition. Slipcased. Formerly owned by Oliver Sacks. This luxury edition contains a table of the scenography printed in 100 copies, numbered in pencil and also signed in pencil by Robert Wilson. Special edition of publication on "Einstein on the Beach", an opera in four acts, by Robert Wilson and Philip Glass. Choreography by Andrew de Groat. Edited and with an introduction by Vicky Alliata. Texts by Richard Foreman and Christopher Knowles. Diagrams by Lucina Childs and Andrew de Groat. Includes examples of the score, script, set design, and choreography via diagrams of the performance. Includes a plate printed apart. Text in English, Italian, and French. With compliments of the Institute of Contemporary Art.
From the library of Dr. Oliver Sacks, the renowned neurologist, author, and educator. He was, in his life, celebrated for his contributions to the understanding of the human brain and his ability to communicate complex scientific concepts to a broader audience. In doing so, he highlighted the profound impact of neurological disorders on human identity and experience. His library is a reflection of this remarkable polymath's questing mind. Near fine with light scuffing, buckle to cloth case, else tight, bright, and unmarred. Introduction in English, Italian, French by Vicky Alliata. Album cm. 22x28. Cardboard case, gray cover with black title and a white square at the bottom right. 12 unnumbered pages + 14 pages of images (113 paintings/scenographies), + 3 pages (text in English, Italian and French by Richard Foreman) + 9 pages of facsimile score by Philip Glass) + 14 pages of lyrics of which: 4 by Christopher Knowles, 4 of choreography by Andrew de Groat and 1 diagram by Lucinda Childs of the light panel and the corresponding movements of the actors. Special numbered edition of 100 copies with handwritten signatures of Robert Wilson, Philip Glass and Andrew de Groat. Laid in signed sketch. This copy numbered 4 of 100.