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Hardcover is in acceptable condition with wear along edges and corners. No dust jacket. Pages are clean besides some with water damage (still readable) and binding is broken but still intact.
This vintage copy of “Recollections of Eminent Men” by Edwin Percy Whipple offers a fascinating glimpse into 19th-century American literary and intellectual life. Published in the late 1800s, this collection of biographical sketches and essays provides Whipple’s insightful perspectives on renowned figures such as Nathaniel Hawthorne, Ralph Waldo Emerson, and Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. As one of the leading critics of his era, Whipple’s sharp observations and elegant prose shed light on the personal lives and creative processes of these literary giants. Despite its well-worn state, this volume remains a valuable artifact for collectors interested in American literature and cultural history. The water-damaged pages and broken binding serve as reminders of the book’s journey through time, adding to its vintage charm and authenticity. Readers and scholars alike will appreciate the opportunity to explore Whipple’s influential critiques and gain a deeper understanding of the intellectual currents that shaped 19th-century America.
