A handsome Folio Society edition of James Thurber's celebrated autobiographical and humorous writings, bringing together many of the author's finest essays, sketches, stories, and observations from across his distinguished literary career. This collection includes the complete My Life and Hard Times alongside selections from The Middle-Aged Man on the Flying Trapeze, My World—and Welcome to It, The Thurber Carnival, Fables for Our Time, and other classic works.
Renowned for his wit, keen observations of everyday life, and distinctive cartoon illustrations, Thurber remains one of the most beloved American humorists of the twentieth century. This Folio Society edition is enhanced with reproductions of the author's characteristic illustrations and presented in an elegant collectible format.
Very Good+ condition.
The binding remains secure and tight. Boards are exceptionally well preserved with sharp edges and corners showing virtually no noticeable wear. Gilt spine titling remains bright and attractive. The top edge retains its original muted teal coloring, while the remaining text block edges are clean and untoned.
Internally, the contents are clean, bright, and complete. Numerous black-and-white illustrations by Thurber appear throughout the text and remain crisp and well printed.
The original slipcase is present and structurally sound, showing only light staining and minor signs of handling. Overall, the slipcase remains in Good to Very Good condition.
An exceptionally well-preserved Folio Society edition and an attractive addition to any collection of modern literature, American humor, Folio Society publications, or James Thurber works.
An excellent acquisition for collectors of Folio Society editions, twentieth-century American literature, humor and satire, illustrated books, or works by James Thurber. Equally appealing as a reading copy and as a display-worthy volume for the literary collector.