The Works of Max Beerbohm.

BEERBOHM, Max.

$2,800.00

Item Number: 145008

London: William Heinemann, 1922-1928.

The Harlequin edition of the collected works of Max Beerbohm. Octavo, ten volumes bound in three quarter calf by Henry Sotheran Ltd. with gilt tooling to the spine in six compartments within raised gilt bands, morocco spine labels lettered in gilt, top edge gilt, marbled endpapers. One of seven hundred and eighty sets signed by the author, of which seven hundred and fifty were for sale and thirty for presentation, this is number 780. In near fine condition. A lovely set in a unique binding.

Sir Max Beerbohm was a prolific writer known for his wit and satire. His notable works include "Zuleika Dobson," a satirical novel set in Oxford; collections of caricatures and cartoons published in "The Yellow Book" and "Punch"; numerous essays on literature, art, and society; "Seven Men," a collection of short stories; "A Christmas Garland," a series of parodies of various authors and literary styles; and various other essays, reviews, and literary contributions. Beerbohm's works are characterized by their humor, insight into human nature, and elegant prose, establishing him as one of the foremost literary figures of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.