Set of 8 E. PHILLIPS OPPENHEIM published by Reviews of Reviews Cobweb Set 1917

Hardcover. Very Good. The Reviews of Reviews Cobweb Set written by E. Phillips Oppenheim and published in 1905 consists of eight volumes. Mysterious Mr. Sabin, a Millionaire of Yesterday, The Yellow Crayon, The Great Secret, The Traitors, A Lost Leader, A maker of History, and the Man and His Kingdom. An assessment Mr. Oppenheim, that appeared in the New York Times upon his death said: "As he recalls in his pleasant and modest autobiography, all his books were easy to write. They were equally easy to read, especially on a summer vacation, when escapist literature is most welcome." He composed by dictating to a secretary and once produced seven works in a single year. His social set included the characters that populated his novels, where he created "a glamorous world of international intrigue, romance and plushy society galloping along in swift action and suspense". One academic study calls him "a talented entertainer". First THUS Edition published in 1906 to 1917 by Reviews of Reviews. Beautiful Art Nouveau bindings in VERY GOOD condition. Boards are firm, spines intact and pages bright. No markings. Gilt is very bright. Suitable for gift giving. A rare collectible set of E. Phillips Oppenheim's works.