Prince – Imp of the Perverse 1988 Mint Barney Hoskyns Virgin Books

Prince – Imp of the Perverse (Paperback, 1988) Barney Hoskyns • Virgin Books • First Edition • Mint Condition A sharp and insightful early biography of Prince by Barney Hoskyns, published in 1988. Written during Prince’s most explosive creative period, this book charts his rise from Minneapolis prodigy to global superstar, covering the Dirty Mind, 1999, Purple Rain, Parade, Sign “O” the Times, and Lovesexy eras.

This copy is in mint condition and is the complete original 1988 edition.

Condition Book: Mint

Pages: Crisp, clean, unmarked

Binding: Excellent

Cover: Bright, sharp, no creases

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Measurements Size: Approx. 6.5 × 8.25 inches

Print Length: 128 pages

Weight: 220 g

Publication Details Title: Prince: Imp of the Perverse

Author: Barney Hoskyns

Publisher: Virgin Books

Publication Date: 5 May 1988

Format: Paperback

Language: English

ISBN‑10: 0863692540

ISBN‑13: 978‑0863692543

About the Book This biography offers a vivid portrait of Prince at the height of his ’80s powers, exploring:

His Minneapolis upbringing

Early Warner Bros. years

Breakthrough albums

The Purple Rain phenomenon

The Sign “O” the Times and Lovesexy eras

His growing mystique and creative independence

A must‑have for collectors of early Prince publications.

Seller Notes A mint condition, complete first‑edition paperback — ideal for Prince collectors or anyone building a comprehensive Prince library.

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