This sweet little book is full of poetry from the likes of Browning, Rosetti, Byron, Shelley and many more. It was published by De Wolfe, Fiske and Co but is undated. I'd estimate it to be early 20th Century.
It's in good condition but there is wear and chipping to the extremities of the boards, with peeling to the paper in places. The boards show some marking and the spine is slightly darkened. Crushing to the spine ends has caused some loss to the surface of the paper.
Inside, there is a name written on the front free endpaper and the pages show light age toning throughout. There are occasional cracks to the gutter but the pages remain tightly bound.
There are stunning colour plates which are just so beautiful - it's what made me buy the book!
Dimensions approximately 15.7cm x 11cm x 1.8cm.
The book will arrive hand wrapped in patterned wallpaper and string.
I use a range of eco friendly, 100% recyclable jiffy bags and boxes, and whenever possible I use brown paper tape. The green bubble wrap is oxo-degradable and the clear bubble wrap is 100% recyclable. I also reuse boxes when I feel it's appropriate (if the boxes are sturdy enough).