1907 The American Scene

Description

First Edition, Publishers' Original Binding

The first edition, second impression of this work. With a half title. With six pages of publisher's adverts to the rear. 'The American Scene' is a travel work, documenting the author's American tour from August 1904 to July 1905. During this time, he travelled the entire country, and delivered public lectures to earn money. The places he visits include New England, Boston, Philadelphia, Washington, Florida, and more. Written by Henry James, a nineteenth century American novelist. He is considered to be a key figure in the transition between literary realism and literary modernism. He is often considered to be one of the greatest novelist in the English language.