Books Tell You Why, Inc.

A nice first edition/first printing in Near Fine condition, slight sunning to edges in about Fine dust-jacket. From the collection of Betty Anderson, legendary art director of publisher Knopf in the late 20th century as evidenced by her (small and unobtrusive) inventory number and signature on front paste down.

Pride is a novel by Wharton, set in upper-class Philadelphia in the early 1800s. The story revolves around the Bennetts, a wealthy family whose fortunes have fallen on hard times. The youngest daughter, Lydia, is in love with a man she believes is unworthy of her - a coal merchant named Hugh. When Hugh is killed in a carriage accident, Lydia is left heartbroken and her family is plunged into poverty. Lydia's older sister, Kitty, takes charge of the family and helps them regain their fortune.; 8vo; FSA.

Price: $50.00