Item #5481 The Confusion of Tongues: A Review of Modern Isms. Decherd Turner, Charles W. Ferguson, Charles E. Selecman.
The Confusion of Tongues: A Review of Modern Isms
The Confusion of Tongues: A Review of Modern Isms
The Confusion of Tongues: A Review of Modern Isms

The Confusion of Tongues: A Review of Modern Isms

New York: Doubleday, Doran & Company, Inc., 1928. First edition. 8vo, 464pp. Dictionary of sects, index at rear. Signed by Ferguson and Charles E. Selecman on the ffep. Laid in is a typed letter signed to Decherd Turner from Ferguson and dated in 1970. Maroon cloth boards ruled and lettered in gilt. Some rubbing to front cover, darkening to spine. A near fine copy.

Interesting copy of Charles W. Ferguson's (1901-1987) first book, an overview of the sects, cults, and other branches of the religious scene of the time.  Includes the theosophy of Blavatsky, Mormonism, Swedenborgianism, Swamis and Yogis, Shakerism, The House of David, The Maid of Angelus, and many others.  This copy signed by Ferguson and additionally signed by Charles E. Selecman (1874-1958), president of the author's alma mater, Southern Methodist University.  Ferguson was assistant editor of The Bookman and religious editor at Doubleday, Doran at the time of publication.

The letter to Bridwell Library director, Decherd Turner, discusses a recent visit by Ferguson, and the presentation of a copy of The Koran by a "Henderson," which was subsequently sent to Sotheby's for valuation.


A wonderful copy, uncommon signed, with several great connections to SMU.  
. Item #5481

Price: $150.00