Description

Attached to the verso of the front free endpaper is a note signed by J Baldwin (assumed to be the Major  James Baldwin thanked by the author below the preface by Lord Cobham.) which names the author as Harry Graham – now more famous for his comic verse and in particular his ‘Ruthless Rhymes’ and his work as a lyricist. Baldwin states that Graham’s authorship was acknowledged in the prospectus for the work which he baldwin) had issued prior to publication.

Large and Heavy volume (1.4 kilos with packaging). Extra postage will be required for orders outside UK – please enquire in advance.

Covers age toned at edges and slightly soiled., with a sunned spine. Maps mis-folded. Small stamp of the Assay Office in Birmingham to the fep otherwise a VG copy.