The Verdict of Bridlegoose

By Llewelyn Powys

"The Verdict of Bridlegoose" is a compelling autobiographical account and travel memoir by the renowned British essayist Llewelyn Powys. Capturing his experiences and observations during a multi-year stay in the United States in the 1920s, the work offers a vivid and often acerbic portrait of the American landscape and its burgeoning literary culture. Powys brings his distinctive, lyrical prose to bear on the personalities and social dynamics of New York City and beyond, providing a unique trans-Atlantic perspective on a transformative era.

Drawing its title from a character in Rabelais, the narrative explores the author's encounters with prominent intellectuals, artists, and the stark realities of American life. Powys's reflections are marked by a deep sensitivity to nature and a critical eye for human vanity, making this book both an insightful historical document and a profound piece of literary self-reflection. It stands as a testament to the author's keen powers of observation and his ability to weave personal anecdote into a larger commentary on the human condition and the spirit of a nation in flux.

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• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1026066182
• ISBN13: 9781026066188
• Release Date: February 2026
• Publisher: Tradd Street Press
• Length: 164 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.1" x 9.2"