This book also contains other early writing by Gertrude Stein. Stein began the creative venture that was to earn her repute as one of the most original authors of this century with the works contained in this book. We highly advise everyone to gaze upon this book as it shows how such a prolific writer was able to earn that title without any head start. Condition is very good, however there is some cracks at the top and bottom of the covers spine.