W. C. Brownell — French Traits: An Essay on Comparative Criticism

New York, Charles Scribner's Sons , 1889 . First edition. Cloth. A signed, first edition of this explorative work on French customs, manners and art, from the perspective of American literary and art critic William Crary Brownell. First edition. Signed to the title page, with the inscription "To O. L. Warner, from his friend W. C. Brownell, Feb '89". Bound in the publisher's cloth. An essay in comparative criticism surrounding French traits, as viewed by American literary and art critic, William Crary Brownell. At the time of publication, Brownell worked as a literary advisor at Charles Scribner's Sons, after being on the staff of various periodicals. This essay presents Brownell's views on subjects including French customs, morality, manners, women, art, democracy, among others. Bound in the publisher's cloth. Externally, very good, with light bumping and a little rubbing to the extremities. Offsetting marks to rear board. Internally, firmly bound with bright, clean pages. Ink inscription from author to title page. Very Good . Ill.: None. Very Good .