Books Tell You Why, Inc.

A handsome first American edition/second printing in Fine condition, in Very Good+, slightly rubbed 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.

V. S. Pritchett tells the story of her life through her recollections of taxi rides. Born into a well-to-do English family in the 1930s, V. S. moves around a great deal as a child, eventually settling in London. She meets and marries a diplomat, has two children, and begins a long and eventful career as a writer. As she tells her stories of growing up, traveling, and working, her taxi rides provide a window into her life.; 8vo ; FSA.

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