1931 Nine Plays by Bernard Shaw, Hardcover Book. Measures about 8.5" by 5.75". 1147 pages. Good condition. Shows age and use. Has a stamp on the inside cover page.
This 1931 edition of Nine Plays by Bernard Shaw is a substantial volume from Dodd, Mead & Company, containing 1,147 pages of Shavian drama. The collection includes many of his most famous works, such as Caesar and Cleopatra, Mrs. Warren's Profession, Arms and the Man, Candida, and Saint Joan. Each play is accompanied by Shaw's extensive and legendary prefaces, which offer deep dives into his social and political philosophy. The book features a classic olive-toned cloth binding with blind-stamped geometric detailing on the spine and a gold-gilt title block. It is a sturdy, oversized hardcover that would make an excellent addition to a personal library or a thoughtful gift for a student of theatre and literature.
This item is vintage, over 90 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.
