The English Character

Stock Code:
BAD3531
Price:
$35.00

Description

The English Character by Spencer Leigh Hughes 'Sub Rosa'. Original Cloth Boards. From the Preface: As an excuse for the production of this book, I can plead that it is only a little one, and that this is my first offence. Pliny the elder is said to have uttered the encouraging remark that "no book was so bad but something might be learned from it." A little later the author of this humane sentiment was destroyed by an eruption of Vesuvius, and some critics have regarded the incident as a judgment. I do not share that view, and try to persuade myself that even if Pliny had seen my small effort he would have been too soft-hearted to reconsider his opinion. Spencer Leigh Hughes. London, 19th September, 1912. The book has medium general wear and scattered foxing. All 'Tipped-In' illustrations appear to be present and the binding holding together well. Previous owners name or inscription on inside front page.

Details

  • Author:
    Hughes, Spencer Leigh
  • Book Condition:
    Good
  • Publisher:
    T. N. Foulis, London
  • Edition:
    First
  • Jacket Condition:
    None
  • Binding:
    Hard Cover
  • Location:
    CFR2
  • Size:
    8vo
  • Pages:
    299
  • Publish Date:
    1912
Stock Level:
1 In Stock
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