Occult -A Mirror for Witches by Esther Forbes (1928, HC) First Edition Great

Description: First Edition, Second Issue, title in red and black, wood engraved frontispiece, twelve wood engraved plates by Robert Gibbings, publishers black cloth, 8vo, London, William Heinemann, 1928. A Mirror of Witches is set in Salem during the witch trials of 1691 and 1692, following a Doll Bilby, a girl accused of being a witch by her relatives. Based on contemporary sources, it is written as an authentic seventeenth century chronicle of a witch's life. Forbes persuasively demonstrated the toll of the trials and the pressure to confess through her imaginative reconstruction of the spirit of the time. Esther Forbes (1891-1967) American novelist, childrens writer and historian. She was born in Westborough, Massachusetts. Her father was a judge and her mother a researcher of local history. After graduating from Bradford Academy in 1912, she studied History at the University of Wisconsin. Forbes' research and writing skill established her prominence among historical novelists. A Mirror for Witches was incredibly popular, with a second issue being printed just two months after the first, and still remains in print today. Forbes work precedes the more famous The Crucible by Arthur Miller by decades, and has also been adapted for the stage; as a ballet by Denis Aplvor (1952) and as an opera, Bilby s Doll by Carlisle Floyd (1976). [Past Imperfect, Towner, 1993; The Cambridge Guide to Women s Writing in English, Sage, 1999]. This rare and collectible book, titled "A Mirror for Witches" by Esther Forbes, is a must-have for any serious book collector. Published in 1928 by Houghton Mifflin Company in Boston & New York, this hardcover first edition book is filled with fascinating literature and fiction about witchcraft in the 17th century Salem area. The book is beautifully illustrated by Robert Gibbings and is in its original form, making it a valuable addition to any collection. The book's special attributes include its illustrations, 1st edition status, and its original language in English. The author, Esther Forbes, was known for her detailed and captivating writing style, making this book a true gem for those interested in the topic of witchcraft. This book was printed in the United States and is categorized under "Books & Magazines" and "Antiquarian & Collectible". This book is in very good condition, one minor tear on a blank page about 2 cm long doesn’t affect the book.

Price: 125 USD

Location: Brandon, Vermont

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