1910 Madame X, A Story of Mother Love by J.W. Mc Conaught, Hardcover. The H.K Fly Company. From the play of the same name by Alexander Bisson. Illustrations by Edward C. Volkert. Measures 7 1/2" by 5". 311 pages. Name written on first page. Good condition. Shows age and use.
Immerse yourself in Edwardian-era drama with this 1910 hardcover edition of "Madame X". Published by The H.K. Fly Company, this volume measures approximately 7.5" by 5" and spans 311 pages. The book is a novelization of the hit stage play and features beautiful, evocative illustrations by Edward C. Volkert that capture the emotional intensity of the narrative.
This story became a cultural phenomenon, inspiring multiple film adaptations and serving as a cornerstone of the "mother love" literary genre. This specific copy features a vibrant pastedown cover illustration of the titular character, making it a striking display piece for collectors of early 20th-century fiction or theatrical history. It is a thoughtful gift for bibliophiles, fans of classic melodrama, or as a unique addition to a vintage library collection. While it shows signs of age and use consistent with a book over a century old, the binding remains intact and the interior pages offer a fascinating window into the moral complexities of the early 1900s.
This item is antique, over 100 years old. While it appears to be in good condition, there is the possibility I may have missed a minor detail. In the unlikely event I missed a major flaw I would reach out prior to sending it.
