Description: Antique First Edition 1907 Days Off and Other Digressions by Henry Van Dyke. - Van Dyke attended Princeton University, then served as pastor of the Brick Presbyterian Church in New York City. Seventeen years later, he returned to Princeton as a professor of English literature. Afterward, he held a number of eminent posts: American ambassador to the Netherlands and Luxembourg, moderator of the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church, Commander of the Legion of Honor, and President of the National Institute of Arts and Letters. He chaired the committee that compiled the Presbyterian Book of Common Worship in 1905, and helped prepare the revised in edition in 1932. In 'Days Off, and Other Digressions', Van's collection of essays offers a fascinating glimpse into the mind of an American author, educator, diplomat, and clergyman. - First edition published in 1907 by Charles Scribner's Sons, New York - Beautiful Art Nouveau style decorative gilt floral cover - Color illustrations throughout - 322 pages - Very good condition for a book of its age. Some light surface wear and scuffs to cover. Pages inside are free of marks and binding is tight.
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Binding: Hardcover
Language: English
Special Attributes: 1st Edition
Author: Henry Van Dyke
Region: North America
Publisher: Charles Scribner's Sons
Topic: Classics
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Subject: Literature & Fiction
Original/Facsimile: Original
Year Printed: 1907
