Description
Original 1947 edition missing the dust jacket. Hardcover has some wear and marks. Pages are clean and binding is secure. Includes many illustrations throughout.
This 1947 first edition of “Time and Chance” by Cyrus Leroy Baldridge offers a captivating autobiographical account of the author’s remarkable life as an artist, adventurer, and world traveler. Baldridge’s vivid storytelling transports readers to exotic locales, from the remote islands of the South Pacific to the bustling streets of 1920s Paris. His encounters with luminaries like Paul Gauguin and Henri Matisse provide a fascinating glimpse into the art world of the early 20th century.
Beyond its literary merits, this copy holds particular value for collectors as a well-preserved first edition from the post-World War II era. Despite the absence of a dust jacket, the book’s sturdy binding and clean pages ensure its longevity. The numerous illustrations throughout, likely executed by Baldridge himself, enhance the reading experience and offer a visual companion to his adventures. For fans of travel literature, art history, and captivating memoirs, this edition of “Time and Chance” is a true treasure.
