Dive into the heart of American thought with "Modern Essays," a compelling collection of literary nonfiction. This volume gathers insightful essays exploring a range of human experiences and perspectives, showcasing the power and beauty of the essay form. From personal reflections to broader social commentaries, these works represent a significant contribution to American literature. Carefully selected and meticulously prepared for republication, this edition preserves the integrity and impact of these enduring pieces. ...
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Dive into the heart of American thought with "Modern Essays," a compelling collection of literary nonfiction. This volume gathers insightful essays exploring a range of human experiences and perspectives, showcasing the power and beauty of the essay form. From personal reflections to broader social commentaries, these works represent a significant contribution to American literature. Carefully selected and meticulously prepared for republication, this edition preserves the integrity and impact of these enduring pieces. Explore the diverse voices and perspectives that shaped a nation, offering timeless wisdom and profound observations on life, society, and the human condition. "Modern Essays" invites readers to engage with the rich tapestry of American thought through the art of the essay. A valuable addition to any library, and a perfect starting point for understanding literary essays. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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Very Good. No Jacket. 12mo-over 6¾"-7¾" tall. First printing. Orange cloth with black lettering. Light shelfwear. The spine is a bit faded. The front hinge is just starting to crack. Two previous owners' bookplates are on the front endpapers.
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Good. No Jacket. 12mo. 351pp All edges trimmed. Bound in black cloth, red lettering front and spine. A first edition, but not the first printing-the page 50 error is corrected. (Loc. 1106/1)
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Very Good. First edition. Tiny ink notation on rear fly, boards moderately rubbed with slightly sunned spine, very good, lacking the dust jacket. Contributions by: John Macy, Max Beerbohm, Joseph Conrad, Hilaire Belloc, and "O. Henry" by O.W. Firkins, and many more.
