Booth Tarkington: Gentleman from Indiana

This book is an ex-library copy with stamps from the Brownsburg Public Library on the title page and copyright page. The hardcover is intact, but the dust jacket condition is unknown. The binding appears sturdy, though signs of library use are evident.

"Booth Tarkington: Gentleman from Indiana" by James Woodress is a first edition biography published by J. B. Lippincott Company in 1955. This edition offers an insightful exploration of the life and works of Booth Tarkington, a significant figure in American literature. Published in Philadelphia and New York, this biography captures Tarkington's influence on the literary scene, particularly in Indiana. This particular copy is an ex-library edition, bearing stamps from the Brownsburg Public Library. The book's condition reflects its history as a library resource, making it a unique find for collectors interested in library editions or American literary history. This edition is particularly valuable to collectors due to its first edition status, offering a glimpse into the mid-20th-century perspective on Tarkington's legacy.