Forgotten Ladies: Nine Portraits from the American Family Album

The book is a first edition hardcover, showing signs of wear typical for an ex-library copy. The cover has some fading and edge wear, and there are library markings on the spine and inside the covers. The binding remains intact, and the pages, while yellowed with age, are generally clean. There is no dust jacket.

"Forgotten Ladies: Nine Portraits from the American Family Album" by Richardson Wright, published by J. B. Lippincott Company in 1928, offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives of nine American women who have been overlooked by history. This first edition, printed in Philadelphia and London, is a hardcover without a dust jacket. Wright, known for his previous works on early American life and as the editor of "House and Garden," brings his insightful perspective to these biographical sketches. The book is enriched with 32 illustrations, adding depth to the narratives. This edition is particularly notable for its historical and cultural significance, appealing to collectors interested in early 20th-century American history and women's studies. The book is an ex-library copy, which may interest those looking for unique provenance. The condition reflects its age and library use, with some signs of wear.