Edge of Taos Desert: An Escape to Reality (Volume Four of Intimate Memories)

This first edition hardcover is in good condition, with a sturdy blue cloth binding. The spine features gold lettering, while the cover shows minor signs of wear, including slight edge and corner rubbing. The pages are clean, with no inscriptions or markings, preserving the integrity of this historical narrative. The book does not include a dust jacket.

Mabel Dodge Luhan's "Edge of Taos Desert: An Escape to Reality" is a compelling personal narrative that forms Volume Four of her "Intimate Memories" series. Published by Harcourt, Brace and Company in New York in 1937, this first edition offers an authentic glimpse into Luhan's life and experiences in Taos, New Mexico. Known for her influential role in the Taos art colony, Luhan's memoir provides insights into her interactions with notable artists and intellectuals of her time. This hardcover edition, bound in blue cloth with gold lettering on the spine, is a testament to the book's enduring historical and cultural significance. The book does not include an ISBN, and the absence of a dust jacket makes it a unique collector's item. This edition is particularly valuable for collectors interested in early 20th-century autobiographies and the cultural history of Taos.