Tag Archives: Robert Benchley

“Call for Mr. Kenworthy!” by Robert Benchley

Posted on October 28, 2012 by booksandbuttons.com

Speaking of the Algonquin Hotel, (check last post), I decided to pursue illustrations by Gluyas Williams—who probably was the illustrator for the title page of Tales of a Wayward Inn. I found  a mother lode of them in books by Robert … Continue reading →

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The Books I Bought in Paris

Posted on July 14, 2012 by booksandbuttons.com

You already know I bought buttons when I was in Paris.  But I never caught up with you about the books I bought.  And since today July 14th is Bastille Day, it seems fitting to do a post about France. There … Continue reading →

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