Jurgen and the Censor
New York: Barrett H. Clark, 1920. 7.75" x 9.5" pp. 77; Limited first edition #3 of 458. White paper boards quarter-bound in tan cloth. Front and back boards are bent/wrinkled along the right-most quarter section. Boards have a few light smudges. Signed by the author on the edition page. Text is clean and sound. Very good.
A compilation of various analyses and letters in support of James Branch Cabell's Jurgen during its censorship trial. Featuring writings from: George Moore, Owen Wister, Walter Lippman, Walter J. Kingsley, and more. Item #611
James Branch Cabell (1879-1958) was an American fantasy fiction author from Virginia whose novels peaked in popularity in the 1920s. Known for his escapist, ironic, and satirical stories, Cabell published 52 books in his lifetime.
Price: $160.00