1883 THE MODERN SPHINX AND SOME OF HER RIDDLES 1st Edition MJ Savage Hardcover

This is the first edition of "The Modern Sphinx and Some of her Riddles," written by MJ Savage and published by Geo. H. Ellis, Boston in 1883. The cover is green with gilt design elements and lettering to the spine and front cover. The cover has minor scuffing and rubbing to the boards and corners. Overall structure is very good. There is  damage to the front end page in the lower right corner. On the blank page, there are stamps indicating a name, the Town of Independance, OR, and the date of 1886. Pages are tanned, and edges have foxing.

"The Modern Sphinx and Some of Her Riddles" is a collection of essays that explore various riddles and enigmas of life, such as the meaning of existence, the nature of God, and the purpose of suffering. The author draws on his experience as a Unitarian minister to offer thoughtful perspectives on these complex issues. Unitarian Universalists   host a banned books festival called Unstoppable Stories. The festival aims to celebrate people's experiences, connect people across differences, and inspire social justice action. The Unitarian classic, "The Modern Sphinx and Some of her Riddles," is a great addition to your library if you celebrate the freedom to read.