The Wings of the Dove

Henry James

Published by Archibald Constable and Co., Westminster, 1902

The UK first edition of Henry James' most critically lauded work. A rebound copy of the UK first edition of this Henry James novel. This edition was released nine days after the work was first published in America.This 1902 novel tells the tale of Milly Theale, an American heiress with a serious illness, and her effect on those around her. Some of her acquaintances have honourable intentions, and others plot to seize control of her wealth. Milly is based upon James' own cousin, Minny Temple, who died of tuberculosis. In his autobiography, James explains this work was created to surround her memory with the 'beauty and dignity of art'.This is perhaps James' most positively critically reviewed work, and The Modern Library ranked it 26th on its list of the 100 best English-language novels of the 20th century. Rebound in cloth, without the publisher's catalogue to the rear. Some marks to boards, with discolouration to spine. Small patches of fraying to front and rear joints at head of spine. Shelf wear to spine head and tail. Internally, firmly bound. Some spotting to the first few pages, otherwise clean and bright. Very Good. Seller Inventory # 778F19

Bibliographic Details

Title: The Wings of the Dove
Publisher: Archibald Constable and Co., Westminster
Publication Date: 1902
Binding: Cloth
Illustrator: None
Condition: Very Good
Edition: First edition.
Book Type: book