[Christy, Howard Chandler - Illustrator]. Howells, W[illiam]. D[ean. 1837 - 1920] - HEROINES Of FICTION

New York: Harpers & Bros, 1901. 1st edition (BAL 9741). Blue-grey ribbed cloth with gilt lettering, with the initial letter having red highlights. TEG. 2 volumes. Illustrations by H. C. Christy (& others). 8vo. Spines a bit dull. Slight lean. A VG - VG+ set. Howells a contemporary, and closed friend of, Twain; also a respected and noted man of letters during the latter 19th c/early 20th c. 2 chapters on heroines from Dickens' works.