1962 Dictionary of Erotic Literature Harry E. Wedeck Hardcover Reference Book

DESCRIPTION

Harry E. Wedeck's Dictionary of Erotic Literature, published in 1962—a mid-century reference work devoted to erotic literature and its place within literary and cultural history.

Bound in black with striking red-orange typography and a classical black-and-white figural cover plate, the volume has a particularly handsome period appearance. It is as interesting visually on the shelf as it is as an unusual reference work, making it especially suited to a collected library of literary curiosities, cultural history and unconventional scholarship.

WORTH NOTING

Published in 1962 and written by Harry E. Wedeck. A genuine period reference volume rather than a modern reproduction.

The dramatic black, red and classical monochrome presentation makes this an especially good display book for a private library, study or conversation-piece collection.

MEASUREMENTS

Approximately 9 inches high × 6 inches wide × 1.5 inches deep.

CONDITION

Good vintage condition with visible rubbing at the corners and edges of the boards and light age-toning to the page edges. Binding and interior should be reviewed in the accompanying photographs for complete condition details.

Please remember that this is a vintage reference volume more than sixty years old, and evidence of its history is part of its character.

STYLE NOTES

An unusual bit of mid-century scholarship with the visual presence of a gentleman's-library curiosity—black binding, red lettering and classical imagery included.

Particularly handsome displayed alongside classical figural objects, vintage barware and other slightly provocative curiosities.

FROM THE HOUSE

House of Genevieve is continually curating vintage books, barware and unusual objects for libraries and rooms that are meant to be explored rather than merely decorated.

We invite you to visit the boutique for coordinating classical and literary curiosities—including complementary pieces selected to sit particularly well beside this volume.

Chosen for its history, character and the story it can continue to tell.
~ Maxwell