Title: The Red Chair Waits Author: Alice Margaret Huggins Published by: The Westminster Press, Philadelphia Publication Year: 1948 Edition: Book Club Edition Condition: Good (Dust Jacket Back Missing - Please See Photos) Description: "The Red Chair Waits" by Alice Margaret Huggins is a vintage Book Club Edition published in 1948 by The Westminster Press in Philadelphia. This unique edition of the book is in good condition overall, with the exception of the missing back portion of the dust jacket, as can be clearly seen in the attached photographs. This is a rare and captivating novel about a young Chinese woman who faces a difficult choice between tradition and modernity. Chien Shu-lan is engaged from babyhood to a man she barely knows, who has a questionable character and a drug-dealing business. She loves teaching and wants to pursue her education, but her family and community pressure her to marry and conform to their customs. Will she follow her heart or her duty? The Red Chair Waits is a fascinating glimpse into the culture and history of China in the 1940s, written by Alice Margaret Huggins, a missionary who lived and worked there for many years. Condition: This book is in good condition, with wear consistent with its age. The interior pages are clean and unmarked, and the binding is tight. The missing back portion of the dust jacket is the primary flaw, but it does not affect the readability or preservation of the book. Photographs: Please refer to the attached photographs to assess the condition of the book and the missing portion of the dust jacket. About the Book: "The Red Chair Waits" is a timeless piece of literature that offers readers a glimpse into the past. This vintage book club edition is a great addition to any collector's library or a fascinating read for those interested in historical fiction. Note to Buyers: This book is being sold as-is, with the condition accurately described and depicted in the provided photographs. If you have any questions or need further information, please don't hesitate to contact us. Add this vintage Book Club Edition of "The Red Chair Waits" by Alice Margaret Huggins to your collection today, and enjoy the charm and intrigue of a bygone era through the pages of this classic novel. |