Books Tell You Why, Inc.

First edition/first printing in Near Fine condition, light sunning to board edges in about Fine, lightly toned 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.

The story of Gloria Mundi, the world's most famous painting, is both mysterious and mesmerizing. According to legend, the painting was created by a divine artist in the early 1400s. Though the painting has been lost and destroyed over the centuries, its mystique and beauty continue to captivate people all over the world.; ; 8vo.