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The Hampdenshire Wonder
J.D. Beresford
Sidgwick & Jackson, London · 1911
First Edition. Very scarce true first edition of this sci-fi/fantasy classic. Publisher's blue cloth with gilt lettering to both front cover and spine.
Applying Sadleir's theory that the more elaborate the binding the earlier the issue is likely to be, I would put forward that this is the first issue binding, since other copies use only blind-stamping instead of the more costly gilt on the front cover. Very neat internal repairs using matching cloth to small snags at top and tail of spine, which is slightly edge-rubbed and sunned. Light foxing passim.
Other than these small flaws, a clean, sound copy with no previous ownership inscriptions.
Written by Dr Jeremy Parrott, who has the book in his hands. Nothing here is generated from a catalogue record.
Bibliographic detail
| Author | Beresford, J.D. |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Sidgwick & Jackson, London |
| Date | 1911 |
| Edition | First Edition |
| Binding | Hardcover |
| Condition | Good Plus |
| Stock reference | ab_1191123215 |