Men, Women and Things (1898) by Philips, F. C. [Francis Charles Philips] - 1898

Hurst & Company, 1890-01-01. Hardcover. Good. Hurst and Co. no date circa 1890s Arlington unabridged edition hardcover, lightly rubbed decorative brown cloth, title set in gilt field on spine, sound binding, clean unmarked text Prompt, reliable service, shipped next business day. Int'l mailed via first class or priority.

London: Ward & Downey, 1889. Cloth. Good. 11.5" b y 8.5". George du Maurier. A Limited Edition novel depicting upper class life in the late nineteenth century, illustrated by George du Maurier. A delightfully illustrated diary of a socialite from British army officer, actor, journalist and novelist Francis Charles Philips.The first edition of this work to be published in a single volume under this title. This work was first published as a weekly serial in 'Life' in 1886, under the title 'Le Journal d'une Mondaine'. The work was then published in two volumes under this title, before appearing in this single volume edition, a Limited Edition of which 1000 copies were printed.With frontispiece and twelve further plates from George du Maurier. Collated, complete.Franco-British cartoonist and writer du Maurier was well known for his work in 'Punch' magazine, and was also the grandfather of gothic novelist Daphne du Maurier.This work was adapted into a silent film in 1916, starring stage start Kitty… Read More