Generation of Vipers: Newly Annotated by the Author by Philip Wylie (1979-12-03) [Hardcover] Philip Wylie

Description

1955 edition. Hardcover has some shelf wear and fading near edges. Missing dust jacket. The pages are clean and in good condition. The binding is secure.

This vintage copy of Philip Wylie’s “Generation of Vipers” is a fascinating artifact of mid-20th century social commentary. Published in 1942, the book caused a sensation with its biting critique of American society, particularly its assessment of the role of mothers as a destructive force. Wylie’s provocative and controversial ideas sparked widespread debate and made the book a cultural touchstone of the era. This 1955 edition offers a unique opportunity to engage with Wylie’s influential and divisive work in its original form, bearing the patina of age and the marks of its journey through time. While lacking the dust jacket, the book’s sturdy binding and clean pages invite readers to immerse themselves in Wylie’s bold and incisive prose, experiencing the shock waves it sent through the American psyche. For collectors and scholars alike, this copy represents a tangible link to a pivotal moment in the nation’s cultural history, a reminder of the power of the written word to challenge and shape societal norms.