Biography: The Craft and the Calling

The book is a hardcover first edition with a worn dust jacket showing minor edge tears and a small sticker. It is an ex-library copy with standard library markings, including a stamp from the Alameda County Library. The binding remains intact, reflecting typical wear for a book of its age.

"Biography: The Craft and the Calling" by Catherine Drinker Bowen is a first edition published by Little, Brown and Company in 1969. This hardcover edition reflects Bowen's expertise in the art of biography writing, offering insights into the craft and its significance. The book is published in Boston and Toronto and is part of the Atlantic Monthly Press collection. Known for her meticulous research and engaging prose, Bowen provides an in-depth exploration of biographical writing. This edition is an ex-library copy with markings from the Alameda County Library. The dust jacket shows wear with minor edge tears and a small sticker, yet remains intact. This work is a valuable resource for those interested in the nuances of biography and the writing process.