Amadeus, by Peter Shaffer. 1980 first edition. From the library of Theatre Director, Alan Strachan.

An interesting association copy of Peter Shaffer’s celebrated play, dramatising the rivalry between Mozart and the court composer Antonio Salieri. Combining dark humour with an exploration of genius, jealousy and faith, it presents Salieri’s struggle to reconcile Mozart’s extraordinary musical gifts with his irreverent personality. This copy comes from the personal library of the distinguished theatre director, writer and biographer Alan Strachan (1944-2025), acquired directly from his former home in Invergowrie, although it does not bear his ownership signature. Amadeus, A Play, by Peter Shaffer. Published by Andre Deutsch Limited, London, 1980. First edition, First impression. A very good red cloth hardback with silvered title to spine. With original unclipped dustjacket - priced at £4.95. The jacket with minor wear. The dustjacket is now housed in a clear, protective, removable sleeve. Signed by previous owenr to first free endpaper, which has a small worn area where price label has been removed. The text pages are soundly bound and bright and clear. Text in English. 122pp + (2) musical score pages. Dimensions: approximately 205mm high x 135mm wide x 18mm deep. Weight: Approximately 270g (unpacked).