Women in Parliament

Unnumbered presentation copy of 500 printed, signed by Jack Lindsay to Limitation page. Illustrated by Norman Lindsay. Bookplate of John Raymond Danson pasted to FBEP.

"Assemblywomen" or "Women in Parliament" is a comedy play written by Greek playwright Aristophanes. The play shows a world in which the women of Athens assume control of government, instituting reforms banning the accumulation of private wealth and enforce sexual equality for the elderly and the unattractive. The story delves into gender roles, social power dynamics, and institutional reform through the lens of its characters.

This special edition, "done into English" by Jack Lindsay, retains the linguistic humour of the original. The tale is heightened through numerous etchings by Norman Lindsay, whose characteristic style provides the perfect accompaniment to heighten the textual work.

Limited Deluxe Edition, unnumbered presentation copy. London: The Fanfrolico Press, 1929. Large Folio. Half blue Morocco and Blue Cloth. Pages: xiv, 60.

Bound in half deep-blue Morocco and blue cloth. Illustrated vignette and title to cover in gilt. Spine titling also gilt. Upper edge gilt, others uncut. Very good. Some rubbing to binding edges and some markings here and there on covers. Contents in fine condition, fresh, bright, and free from markings.

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