Enemies of Promise and Other Essays: An Autobiography of Ideas

The book is in fair condition, showing signs of age-related wear. The spine and cover have noticeable scuffing and edge wear, typical for a paperback of this vintage. The pages are yellowed with age but remain intact and legible. There is no dust jacket. Overall, the book is structurally sound with no inscriptions or library markings.

"Enemies of Promise and Other Essays: An Autobiography of Ideas" by Cyril Connolly, published by Anchor Books, Doubleday & Company, Inc. in 1960, is a first edition paperback. This volume is a collection of essays reflecting Connolly's intellectual journey and literary insights. Connolly, a prominent literary critic and writer, offers a profound exploration of the challenges faced by authors and the literary world. The cover design by Sydney Butchkes adds a distinctive visual appeal. This edition, published in Garden City, New York, is particularly valuable for collectors interested in mid-20th-century literary criticism. The book is in fair condition, with some wear indicative of its age, but remains a significant piece for those interested in literary history and criticism.