The Salamander
by Owen Johnson
Illustrated by Everett Shinn
ILLUSTRATED
Publisher: The Bobbs-Merrill Company
Copyright: 1914
--CONDITION--
This book is in very good condition. Hardcover. This is an antiquarian book that has had a long and illustrious journey through time. Please look at the pictures to ascertain the condition and state of this item. Vertical-ribbed green cloth, with titling, rule, and decorations stamped in gilt and in blind on the spine and front cover. Boards are lightly worn along edges and corners. Hinges tight. Binding sturdy. The text block is crisp and clean. Frontispiece and 15 illustrated plates in black and white by Everett Shinn. Previous owner's signature on front endpage. 529 pages -
--ABOUT THIS ITEM--
Embark on a journey through the pages of time with "The Salamander" by Owen Johnson, an impeccably preserved 1914 edition that stands as a testament to the enduring allure of this influential novel. This antiquarian treasure, in very good condition, has gracefully weathered the years, inviting you to explore its rich narrative and exquisite illustrations. Draped in vertical-ribbed green cloth, adorned with gilt and blind-stamped titling, rule, and decorations on the spine and front cover, this hardcover edition exudes vintage charm. The boards, lightly worn along edges and corners, bear witness to the countless hands that have turned its pages. As you open the book, you'll discover a crisp and clean text block that holds the power to transport you to an era when Johnson's narrative captivated the hearts and minds of readers. Everett Shinn's frontispiece and 15 illustrated plates in black and white add a visual dimension to the story, breathing life into the characters and settings. At 529 pages, "The Salamander" is not just a novel; it's a cultural touchstone that paved the way for the Jazz Age. Johnson's exploration of the "salamanders," women who embraced the allure of city life, foreshadowed the emergence of the iconic flapper. Zelda Fitzgerald drew inspiration from this novel for her glamorous yet tumultuous life. This edition, with its tight hinges and sturdy binding, invites you to delve into the narrative that captivated an estimated ten million readers upon its publication. Experience the echoes of the Jazz Age and witness the birth of the flapper phenomenon within the pages of this influential novel. Seize this opportunity to own a piece of literary history, as "The Salamander" transcends time to captivate a new generation of readers.
Item Dimensions: 7.5 inches x 5.5 inches
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