The Keynotes Series - Collection of (5) Uniform True First State Editions (1894-1896) featuring Aubrey Beardsley Artwork at covers and title page.

An exceptional, collector-curated "starter stack" of five matching volumes from the historic and highly influential Keynotes Series. Co-published in London by John Lane and in Boston by Roberts Brothers, this series was a defining catalyst for the 1890s Aesthetic, Decadent, and Art Nouveau literary movements. This group stands out because every single volume is a verified true first printing/first state, confirmed by perfect title-to-copyright date matching and period-accurate rear publisher advertisement catalogs.

The collection includes a cornerstone "New Woman" text, foundational short stories, and avant-garde fiction from the peak of the Fin-de-Siècle era:
- A Child of the Age by Francis Adams (1894) - The foundational 4th volume in the Roberts Brothers series.
- At the Relton Arms by Evelyn Sharp (1895) - Essential Aesthetic movement fiction.
- A Woman Who Did Not by Victoria Crosse (1895) - A highly sought-after, provocative "New Woman" genre piece.
- Gray Roses by Henry Harland (1895) - A brilliant collection of stories by the prominent editor of The Yellow Book.
- Platonic Affections by John Smith (1896) -Late-series text showcasing magnificent design elements.