Changing

New York: Alfred A. Knopf, 1977. One of Three Hundred Copies Signed by Liv Ullmann

ULLMANN, Liv. Changing. New York: Afred A. Knopf, 1977.

First Signed Limited Edition. Octavo (8 1/4 x 5 5/8 inches; 210 x 143 mm.). [x], [1]-241, [5] pp.

Publishers silver boards, front cover decorated in white, spine lettered in white, decorative endpapers, top edge stained gray. A fine copy in the original printed dust jacket and slipcase.

"Of the first edition of Changing three hundred copies have been printed on special paper and specially bound. Each copy is signed and numbered. [signed] "Liv Ullmann" No. "87".

"Not precisely autobiographical, these are Liv Ullmann's pensive, discerning recollections - with flashbacks and closeups - of the conflicts and joys of motherhood, the odd perquisites of a demanding profession, her early marriage and the liaison with director Ingmar Bergman. Whether musing on Henry Kissinger or catching Hugh Hefner snoozing through his own porn movie, she writes openly, gracefully, often with that dreamy, respectful little girl or rebellious teen-ager hovering nearby. Aware of the child in herself, she delights in daughter Linn and their time together, yet knows that the telephone - or an airplane flight - will ultimately intrude. Ullmann maintains an honest perspective, even remembering the most trying situations, and chiefly regrets time spent seeking love and approbation. An exceptionally poised view of vulnerability and resilience."

Liv Johanne Ullmann (1938-) is a Norwegian actress. Recognized as one of the greatest European actresses of all time, Ullmann is known as the muse and frequent partner of filmmaker Ingmar Bergman. She acted in many of his films, including Persona (1966), Cries and Whispers (1972), Scenes from a Marriage (1973), The Passion of Anna (1969), and Autumn Sonata (1978).