{"title":"Literature","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eA beautiful collection of literature books, ranging from vintage to antiquarian. \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"tom-jones-by-henry-fielding-oxford-library-of-worlds-great-books-quarter-leather-book","title":"Tom Jones by Henry Fielding Oxford Library of World's Great Books Quarter Leather Book","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis beautiful vintage edition of Tom Jones by Henry Fielding was published by Oxford University Press in association with The Franklin Library in 1984.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book is bound in a quarter leather, with boards beautifully decorated in gold gilt. The spine features three raised bands and the edge of the pages are 22 karat gold. The book also features a satin ribbon page marker. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book is in good condition for it's age, but there are some light paint marks to the front board and there is a small bump to the bottom of the spine. There are some small marks and scuffs to the text block edges and the satin ribbon page marker is stained and discoloured. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside, there are marbled endpapers and full page, black and white illustrations. The pages show light age toning but are in very good condition otherwise. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions approximately 24cm x 16cm x 5cm. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll books purchased will be hand wrapped in patterned wallpaper and string.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI'm gradually switching over to eco-friendly packaging, including 100% recyclable jiffy bags :)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"The Vintage Bookworm UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44327106838717,"sku":"","price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0539\/9271\/8525\/files\/BA04BBCE-2B72-46A6-B59A-73E4EE5E6B17.jpg?v=1719418214"},{"product_id":"purple-fairy-book-folio-society-rare-collectors-edition-book-copy","title":"Yellow Fairy Book by Andrew Lang Folio Society Rare Collector's Edition Book With Slipcase","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis beautiful and rare edition of Andrew Lang's Yellow Fairy Book was published by The Folio Society in 2008. It still has it's original slipcase. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ever popular Fairy Books were brought to the modern reader's notice when Folio Society brought out these stunning bindings of Andrew Lang's collectable works. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is in excellent condition with minimal wear. The paper lining the inside of the slipcase is peeling at the edges slightly (see photo) and there are some minor marks to the slipcase. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside there are no inscriptions or dedications, and the pages are clean and bright with minimal wear. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book features beautiful illustrations (both colour plates and black and white line drawings) by Danuta Mayer which add to the atmosphere of this popular read. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions (including slipcase) approximately 26cm x 20cm x 6cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book will arrive hand wrapped in patterned wallpaper and ribbon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI use a range of eco friendly, 100% recyclable jiffy bags and boxes, and whenever possible I use brown paper tape. The green bubbled wrap is biodegradable and the clear bubble wrap is 100% recyclable. I also reuse boxes when I feel it's appropriate (if the boxes are sturdy enough).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"The Vintage Bookworm UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44327149273277,"sku":null,"price":160.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0539\/9271\/8525\/files\/2BD394B0-6012-4A5F-8605-53665F66913E.jpg?v=1739534420"},{"product_id":"scarlett-the-sequel-to-margaret-mitchells-gone-with-the-wind-by-alexandra-ripley-copy","title":"65 Great Tales of the Supernatural 1980's Hardback Book","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis lovely vintage book edition of 65 Great Tales of the Supernatural was published by Sundial in 1980. The book still has it's original dust jacket and features classic authors such as Daphne du Maurier, Dennis Wheatley, Edgar Allan Poe, Arthur Conan Doyle and many more. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's in good condition considering it's 40 years old but there is wear to the edges and corners of the DJ and some minor marks and scuffs. There is rubbing to the bottom edges of the boards and the text block edges show toning and some small stains. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside, the pages show some light toning but the text is clear and bright. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions approximately 22cm x 15cm x 4.7cm. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book will arrive hand wrapped in patterned wallpaper and string.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI use a range of eco friendly, 100% recyclable jiffy bags and boxes, and whenever possible I use brown paper tape. The green bubbled wrap is biodegradable and the clear bubble wrap is 100% recyclable. I also reuse boxes when I feel it's appropriate (if the boxes are sturdy enough).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"The Vintage Bookworm UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44354089943229,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0539\/9271\/8525\/files\/D02D54BE-AE51-4211-84C8-92EFC946F3FB.jpg?v=1720359414"},{"product_id":"yellow-fairy-book-by-andrew-lang-folio-society-rare-collectors-edition-book-with-slipcase-copy","title":"Green Fairy Book by Andrew Lang Folio Society Rare Collector's Edition Book With Slipcase","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis beautiful and scarce edition of Andrew Lang's Green Fairy Book was published by The Folio Society in 2009. It still has it's original slipcase. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ever popular Fairy Books were brought to the modern reader's notice when Folio Society brought out these stunning bindings of Andrew Lang's collectable works. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is in very good condition with just a tiny mark to the front board (on the mermaid's hair). The slipcase has some scuffs and minor marks, and there is a chip to the surface of the card. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside there are no inscriptions or dedications, and the pages are clean and bright with minimal wear. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book features beautiful illustrations (both colour plates and black and white line drawings) by Julian de Narvaez which add to the atmosphere of this popular read. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions (including slipcase) approximately 26cm x 20cm x 6cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book will arrive hand wrapped in patterned wallpaper and ribbon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI use a range of eco friendly, 100% recyclable jiffy bags and boxes, and whenever possible I use brown paper tape. The green bubbled wrap is biodegradable and the clear bubble wrap is 100% recyclable. I also reuse boxes when I feel it's appropriate (if the boxes are sturdy enough).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"The Vintage Bookworm UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44434233426109,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0539\/9271\/8525\/files\/5D5050EB-3457-4FEC-A688-283363A02D77.jpg?v=1739534447"},{"product_id":"rare-boxed-set-of-the-novels-of-jane-austen-in-two-leather-bound-volumes-1904","title":"Rare Boxed Set of the Novels of Jane Austen in Two Leather Bound Volumes 1904 (Et)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis stunning and rare two volume set of the Novels of Jane Austen was published in 1904 by Thomas Nelson. So the books are from the Edwardian era. They contain the complete novels of Jane Austen - Pride and Prejudice, Sense and Sensibility, Emma, Persuasion, Mansfield Park and Northanger Abbey. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe books are uniformly bound in olive green leather with gold gilt decoration to the front boards and spines. The heart motif is quite rare in books of this age, and I've only seen these Austen editions once before. There is also a school insignia blind stamped in gold gilt to the front boards. The books have their own slipcase, which is lined with marbled paper inside. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall, the set is in good condition but there are some condition points to be aware of. The slipcase shows some wear and marking, with rubbing to the corners. The books show significant sunning and fading to the spines and edges of the boards. Pride and Prejudice has some creasing to the boards and sadly there is damage to the top corner of the back board. There is rubbing to the board edges and light wear to the corners. The back board of Sense and Sensibility also shows some creasing. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside, the endpapers are marbled to match the inside of the slipcase. There are presentation plates glued to the front pastedowns. The pages are very thin and delicate which has caused some light rippling and creasing. The pages show light age toning and foxing but are otherwise clean and bright. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach volume has a colour frontispiece with tissue guard (the tissue guard is noticeably foxed). There are some superficial cracks to the gutter in places but the pages remain tightly bound. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions of the box set approximately 17cm x 12cm x 4.5cm. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book will arrive hand wrapped in patterned wallpaper and string. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI use a range of eco friendly, 100% recyclable jiffy bags and boxes, and whenever possible I use brown paper tape. The green bubbled wrap is biodegradable and the clear bubble wrap is 100% recyclable. 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It's been given a clear plastic jacket to help keep it in good condition - because it is in very good condition considering it's over 115 years old!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is very light wear and bumping to the corners, and the spine is very faintly sunned. The spine ends are crushed and there is foxing to the text block edges. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside, the endpapers are tanned but there are no inscriptions. The pages show age toning and scattered foxing but are otherwise clean and bright. The pages are thick and the edges are rough cut, which makes it a lovely book to read and handle. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are 20 striking black and white illustrations by Edmund J Sullivan and a frontispiece from an engraving by Albrecht Durer. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions approximately 23cm x 15.5cm x 3.5cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book will arrive hand wrapped in patterned wallpaper and string.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI use a range of eco friendly, 100% recyclable jiffy bags and boxes, and whenever possible I use brown paper tape. The green bubbled wrap is biodegradable and the clear bubble wrap is 100% recyclable. I also reuse boxes when I feel it's appropriate (if the boxes are sturdy enough).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Vintage Bookworm UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44530163318973,"sku":"","price":110.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0539\/9271\/8525\/files\/EB066830-3636-4D50-BB05-E3319EB6004E.jpg?v=1727370880"},{"product_id":"rare-flowers-their-use-and-beauty-language-and-sentiment-victorian-illustrated-book","title":"Rare Flowers Their Use and Beauty Language and Sentiment Victorian Illustrated Book","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis beautiful and very scarce edition of Flowers Their Use and Beauty, Language and Sentiment by Arthur Freeling was published by Darton and Co. The book itself is undated but after some research, I'd estimate it to be from the earlier part of the Victorian era (circa 1857). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book is bound in orange cloth with beautiful blind stamped decoration in gilt and black to the boards and spine. The text block edges are gilt. It's in remarkably good condition for it's age but there is light wear to the corners and the boards show light soiling. There is minor rubbing and loss to the black decoration. The spine is faded and discoloured, and there is crushing to the spine ends. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside, there is age toning to the pages with occasional marks and foxing. There is an illuminated illustration for a frontispiece which appears to have been glued in, and a collection of hand coloured plates. There are superficial cracks to the gutter in places but the pages remain tightly bound. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions approximately 16.8cm x 11cm x 1.8cm. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book will arrive hand wrapped in patterned wallpaper and ribbon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI 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 biodegradable and the clear bubble wrap is 100% recyclable. I also reuse boxes when I feel it's appropriate (if the boxes are sturdy enough\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Vintage Bookworm UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53623444636021,"sku":"","price":175.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0539\/9271\/8525\/files\/DD184815-F285-41C8-97C8-34165B5C4301.jpg?v=1731521608"},{"product_id":"1895-sweetheart-travellers-by-s-r-crockett-victorian-illustrated-book","title":"1895 Sweetheart Travellers by S R Crockett Victorian Illustrated Book","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis beautiful edition of Sweetheart Travellers was published by Wells Gardner Darton and Co in 1895, so the book is from the late Victorian era. It is a second edition, published just two months after the first edition. It is a child's story for Children, Women and Men (according to the title page!). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book features pale grey, cloth boards with beautiful blind stamped detail to the front board and spine. The book is in remarkably good condition for it's age, but does show wear and crushing to the corners. There is a forward lean and there is some minor rubbing to the front board. The boards show scuffing and minor marking. The spine is faintly sunned with crushing to the spine ends. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside, there is discolouration and spotting to the endpapers and there are two written names on the half title page. The pages are clean and bright with only sporadic marking and occasional foxing. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book has some beautiful black and white illustrations which make it an extra special read. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions approximately 21cm x 16cm x 3cm. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book will arrive hand wrapped in patterned wallpaper and string.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI 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 biodegradable and the clear bubble wrap is 100% recyclable. I also reuse boxes when I feel it's appropriate (if the boxes are sturdy enough).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Vintage Bookworm UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54740434682229,"sku":"","price":38.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0539\/9271\/8525\/files\/435CCC6C-69A5-4862-A3A2-60C5858C65EF.jpg?v=1731864087"},{"product_id":"1911-northanger-abbey-by-jane-austen-winchester-binding-antique-book","title":"1911 Northanger Abbey by Jane Austen Winchester Binding Antique Book","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis beautiful edition of Northanger Abbey by Jane Austen was published in 1911 by John Grant. It was part of the Winchester collection and is a sought after binding by Austen collectors. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book is bound in blue cloth with gilt decoration to the spine. The page edges are rough cut which is a lovely feature in old books and somehow makes them feel even older - like you're handling parchment! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book is in good condition for it's age but there are condition points to be aware of. The corners are bumped and worn, with the cloth split to reveal the board beneath. The boards are marked (it looks like white paint to the back board) and the board edges show some rubbing. The spine edges are rubbed and the spine is lightly sunned and marked. There is a little loss and rubbing to the gilt on the spine. Crushing to the spine ends has caused minor splitting to the cloth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside the pages are in good, antique condition - the pages show light age toning and occasional foxing. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions approximately 22 cm x 16 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe books will arrive hand wrapped in patterned wallpaper and string.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI 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 biodegradable and the clear bubble wrap is 100% recyclable. I also reuse boxes when I feel it's appropriate (if the boxes are sturdy enough).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Vintage Bookworm UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54800139125109,"sku":"","price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0539\/9271\/8525\/files\/1442A565-3AB4-4140-8C58-12C6E1BBBA98.jpg?v=1731951829"},{"product_id":"rare-jane-eyre-by-charlotte-bronte-floral-binding-late-victorian-book","title":"Rare Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte Floral Binding Late Victorian Book","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis beautiful antique edition of Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte was published by Walter Scott Publishing. The book itself is undated but there is a presentation plate inside dated 1898. So the book is from the end of the Victorian era. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt’s bound in red cloth with beautiful floral decoration and gilt to the front board and spine. The boards are bevelled and the text block edges are gilt. It’s a bright copy, in remarkably good condition for its age. The book shows a forward lean and there is some wear and crushing to the corners - with minor fraying to the cloth. The boards show some soiling as well as light marking and scuffing. There are some air bubbles underneath the cloth of the front board but this is subtle. The board edges are lightly bumped and the spine shows some faint sunning. There is minor rubbing to the spine edges with a very tiny hole in the cloth to the front external hinge. The spine ends are crushed; the text block edges show some minor soiling and scuffing. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside, the floral endpapers show a little tanning and there is a presentation plate glued to the front pastedown. The pages show light age toning, with foxing and marking in places. There is some staining to the bottom edge of the text block which can be seen from the front free endpaper to Page 56 (it does not reach the text). Sadly there is a tear to the bottom edge of Page 25. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe book will arrive hand wrapped in patterned wallpaper and ribbon.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI 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 biodegradable and the clear bubble wrap is 100% recyclable. 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The text block edges are gilt. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe books are in remarkably good condition considering they're almost 185 years old. There is some wear and crushing to the corners, with splitting to the cloth to reveal the board beneath. The boards show some light marking and discolouration, and the spines are faded. Crushing to the spine ends has caused some splitting to the cloth, particularly to the joints. There is scuffing to the text block edges. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside, there are no inscriptions or dedications in any of the books, but volume two does show staining around the edge of the front endpaper. The pages show light age toning and foxing, with occasional minor marking. There is superficial cracking to the gutter in places which just shows the binding thread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions of each volume approximately 12.8cm x 8cm x 2cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe books will arrive hand wrapped in patterned paper and ribbon.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI 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 biodegradable and the clear bubble wrap is 100% recyclable. 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The edges of the text block are rough cut which is a lovely feature in old books - somehow it makes the books feel even older, as if you're handling parchment!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe books is in very good condition for it's age but there is some marking to the boards and light wear to the corners. The spine is lightly faded and discoloured, with crushing to the spine ends and rubbing to the spine edges. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside, there is faint cracking to the hinges and the endpapers are foxed and marked. There are no written inscriptions. The pages show light age toning throughout with sporadic foxing. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book features a handful of beautiful black and white illustration plates, which make it an extra special read :)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions approximately 21.5cm x 15cm x 3.8cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe books will arrive hand wrapped in patterned wallpaper and string.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI 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 biodegradable and the clear bubble wrap is 100% recyclable. 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The spine features five raised bands and beautiful gilt tooling. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book is in remarkably good condition for it's age but there is some wear to the corners with loss to the surface of the leather. The board edges are rubbed and the boards show some scuffs, with marking to the leather. The spine is rubbed, with some wear to the leather. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside, the endpapers are marbled to compliment the boards and there is a name plate on the front pastedown. The pages show age toning throughout, with occasional foxing and marking. The binding thread can be seen at the gutter in places but the pages are tightly bound. 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I also reuse boxes when I feel it's appropriate (if the boxes are sturdy enough).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"The Vintage Bookworm UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55039450218869,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0539\/9271\/8525\/files\/3657E4A6-CC33-4A59-8516-F9B9523E76CF.jpg?v=1773853234"},{"product_id":"first-us-edition-of-winnie-the-pooh-by-aa-milne-published-1926-illustrated-book","title":"First US Edition of Winnie the Pooh by AA Milne Published 1926 Illustrated Book","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis lovely and scarce First US Edition of Winnie the Pooh by AA Milne was published by E P Dutton in 1926. The book is bound in original publisher's cloth with gilt to the front board. 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There is gilt lettering to the spine and the pages are rough cut. The book has undergone restoration work and has had a cloth spine reback. This is where a new cloth spine is inserted and the original spine is glued over the top. It's a lovely way to make the book readable for many years to come, whilst still preserving the original features. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's in good condition for it's age but the book does show a slight forward lean and there is light wear and bumping to the corners. The boards show some marking and there is some minor loss to the surface of the cloth which has just taken some of the green away. The spine is sunned and discoloured, and the new cloth spine can just be seen peeking out beneath the old one at the spine ends. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside, there is significant age toning and foxing throughout, with occasional creasing to the paper. 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To put this is perspective, this book was published just two years after Charlotte's death. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDue to the value of this book, customs charges will apply if bought from overseas. Please bear this in mind when ordering. It will be sent with a courier with full tracking and insurance - your telephone number will be required for the courier. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis beautiful antique edition of Jane Eyre by Currer Bell was published by Smith, Elder and Co is 1857. The book is bound in original half calf leather with marbled paper boards and four raised bands to the spine. The raised bands feature delicate gilt detail and there is a leather title label to the spine. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book is in good condition considering it's over 166 years old, but there are general signs of wear and use. The boards show some scuffs and faint scratches, with wear to the marbled paper. There is wear to the corners and board edges, with minor loss to the surface of the paper and leather. The spine is faded and discoloured, with some loss to the spine ends. The leather spine is rubbed, with minor chipping to the leather, and a small split starting to the top of the external back hinge. There is a small mark to the bottom edge of the text block. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside, there is a pencilled number and scribble to the front pastedown and a crack to the gutter after the front free endpaper. The pages show age toning and foxing throughout, with other more occasional marks and stains. 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Some of the pages show faint creasing, and some of the top corners have been dog eared by a previous owner - leaving faint creasing behind. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne volume has eight black and white illustrations plates and the other volume has ten plates. These have been collated. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions of each volume approximately 22cm x 15cm x 3cm. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe books will arrive hand wrapped in patterned wallpaper and ribbon. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI 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. 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JRR Tolkien rose to fame after his book The Hobbit, originally published in 1937, but The Lord of the Rings trilogy delves much deeper into the world of Middle Earth. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDue to the value of this book, it'll be sent to the customer in a box via courier - your phone number will be required for the courier. If you order from overseas, please be aware that there will be Customs Fees to be paid - the amount is determined by the destination country. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book is in very good condition with light rubbing to the corners. The red tint to the top edge of the dust jacket is faded and there is a long scuff to the top edge. There is some light shelf wear to the board edges and subtle dark marks to the front board. The back board has some small splash marks to the cloth; the text block edges are toned with minor marks. The dust jacket shows wear, with loss to the paper at the spine ends. There is a large tear to the front and creasing where the paper has been crumpled - the plastic Brodart cover will help keep the DJ from deteriorating further. There are some small splits to the paper DJ in places - this can be seen to the edges of the spine and at the corners. The spine is noticeably tanned and darkened, with scuffing to the paper. The DJ shows some marking but is remarkably clear and bright for it's age. There are some small chips to the edges of the DJ but the DJ is unclipped which is nice to see. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside, the pages are clean and bright with only minor age toning. There is no foxing and only occasional minor marking. Page 334 has a more noticeable mark and a tiny hole in the paper. Pages 162 and 227 have very slight folds to the bottom edges of the page - these are small and unobtrusive but every page of this scarce and collectable book has been carefully checked for any flaws, no matter how small! 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The corners are worn and lightly crushed and there is rubbing and light bumping to the board edges. The boards show some soiling and marking and the spine is noticeably sunned. There is rubbing to the spine edges and crushing to the spine ends - this has caused some minor splitting in the cloth at the spine ends. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside, there is a written inscription on the front free endpaper and a stamped number on the front pastedown. The pages show age toning and scattered foxing throughout, with occasional minor marks. There are some superficial cracks to the gutter in places but the pages remain tightly bound. It appears a few of the pages may have been uncut and a previous reader has separated them by hand - which has left some jagged edges. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book features sixteen full-page illustration plates by Gertrude Demain Hammond. 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The books are uniformly bound in green cloth with gilt floral decoration to the spine. The edges of the text block are rough cut which is a lovely feature in old books - somehow it makes the books feel even older, as if you're handling parchment!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe books are in good condition for their age but there are some marks and scuffs to the boards, as well as some mottled spotting. The corners are worn and there is sunning and marking to the spines. The gilt is still bright. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside, the endpapers are tanned but the rest of the pages show lighter age toning. There are occasional marks and foxing in places. 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There were tears and splits to the spine so Japanese tissue has been used to repair the spine. There is wear and crushing to the corners which has caused splitting to the paper to reveal the board beneath. The boards are soiled and marked, with some scuffing and minor chipping to the paper. The spine is tanned and there is some loss to the spine ends. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside, there is a written name on the front pastedown and the FFEP has been removed so the book opens onto the half title page. The pages show age toning throughout, with scattered foxing and marking. Some of the pages have tears to the edges but thankfully this doesn't reach the text. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book features beautiful illustrations by Margaret Tarrant. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions of the book are approximately 20.4cm 15.8cm x 2.9cm. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe book will arrive hand wrapped in patterned wallpaper and string. 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The slipcase shows some light marks and scuffing to the card and there is a small bump to one edge. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside there are no inscriptions or dedications, and the pages are clean and bright with minimal wear. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book features black and white character illustrations by Nicholas Bentley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions (including slipcase) approximately 23cm x 13cm x 2.8cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book will arrive hand wrapped in patterned wallpaper and string.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI 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. 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It was a limited edition exclusively for subscribers and part of the Collected Stories of the World's Greatest Writer. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book is in very good condition with the only flaw being some small white paint marks to the leather. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside, the pages are in excellent condition with minimal signs of wear. There are some striking illustrations inside by Charles Reid and the endpapers are moiré (watered) silk. There is very slight fading around the edges of the endpapers. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions approximately 23.5cm x 16.5cm x 3.5cm. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book will arrive hand wrapped in patterned wallpaper and string.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI 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).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Vintage Bookworm UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55785769927029,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0539\/9271\/8525\/files\/293A9534-6E16-470F-9845-3F03F3B26BA8.jpg?v=1755200132"},{"product_id":"the-novels-of-jane-austen-full-lambskin-luxury-binding-23ct-gold-beautiful-book-set-copy-1","title":"The Novels of Jane Austen Full Lambskin Luxury Binding 23ct Gold Beautiful Book Set","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis beautiful luxury edition of the Novels of Jane Austen was published by Heron Books in the 1970's (the books are not dated at the front but there are various 1970's dates at the back). The set includes all her full length novels - Pride and Prejudice, Mansfield Park, Emma, Sense and Sensibility, and Persuasion and Northanger Abbey (which are in one volume together). The luxury lambskin binding features 23ct gold decoration to the front boards and spines, and the text block edges are gilt. Each volume is illustrated by a different artist. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe books are in very good condition and have obviously been well looked after. There are a handful of condition points to be aware of. There is fading and discolouration to the ribbon page markers and the corners show some wear. There is some minor scuffing and marking to the gilt text block edges. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside, there are no inscriptions or dedications and the pages are clean and bright with minor age toning. There is light discolouration to the moiré silk endpapers. There are beautiful black and white illustrations throughout the book...which makes it an extra special read :) \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions of each volume approximately 21cm x 12.7cm x 2.5cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe books will be hand wrapped in patterned wallpaper and ribbon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI 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).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Vintage Bookworm UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55785771303285,"sku":null,"price":350.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0539\/9271\/8525\/files\/C356F652-4A2C-4A08-9919-AFA84DF98A0B.jpg?v=1755200231"},{"product_id":"john-halifax-gentleman-by-mrs-craik-art-nouveau-illustrated-antique-book-copy","title":"A Knight of the 19th Century by Rev E P Roe Art Nouveau Illustrated Antique Book","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis beautiful vintage edition of A Knight of the 19th Century by Rev E P Roe was published by James Nisbet \u0026amp; Co Ltd. The book is undated but I've seen this binding on other books with inscriptions and they usually date between 1905 and 1912. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book is bound in pink cloth with stunning art nouveau floral decoration to the front board and spine. It's in very good condition with only light wear to the corners and minor bumping to the board edges. There are some minor marks to the boards and light rubbing to the spine. The spine ends are crushed. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside, there is tanning to the pages with with occasional minor marks. The bottom of page 17 is creased. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions approximately 20cm x 14cm x 4.5cm. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe book will arrive hand wrapped in patterned wallpaper and string.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI 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).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Vintage Bookworm UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55825597235573,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0539\/9271\/8525\/files\/EF65C4BE-2044-47D5-8006-D885B1C77A64.jpg?v=1755877158"},{"product_id":"candide-and-zadig-by-voltaire-1977-full-leather-book-with-floral-gilt-by-franklin-library-copy-1","title":"Tales of All Countries and Other Stories by Anthony Trollope 1984 Full Leather Book","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis beautiful decorative edition of Tales of All Countries and Other Stories by Anthony Trollope was published by The Franklin Library in 1984. The book features a sumptuous full leather binding with ornate gilt decoration to the boards and spine. The spine also features four raised bands and the text block edges are all gilt. There is a satin ribbon page marker. It was a limited edition exclusively for subscribers and part of the Collected Stories of the World's Greatest Writer. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book is in near fine condition with the only flaw being a very slight forward lean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside, the pages are in excellent condition with minimal signs of wear. There are some striking illustrations inside by Ben F Stahl and the endpapers are moiré (watered) silk. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions approximately 23.2cm x 16cm x 3.5cm. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book will arrive hand wrapped in patterned wallpaper and string.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI 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).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Vintage Bookworm UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55859271172469,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0539\/9271\/8525\/files\/20010571-FC31-4B89-9507-AA9F282847B6.jpg?v=1756392973"},{"product_id":"collection-of-the-novels-of-jane-austen-beautiful-edwardian-set-illustrated-colour-plates","title":"Collection of the Novels of Jane Austen Beautiful Edwardian Set Illustrated Colour Plates","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis stunning collection of the complete Novels of Jane Austen was published by JM Dent and Company. This includes all of her full length novels - Emma, Pride and Prejudice, Sense and Sensibility, Northanger Abbey, Persuasion and Mansfield Park - in ten volumes. The dates vary between volumes but were published between 1901 and 1905.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e***If you are thinking of ordering from outside of the UK or USA, please be aware that there may be customs fees to pay to the courier. This is outside of my control.***\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach book is uniformly bound in pale green cloth with with pretty decoration to the front boards and spines. The lady on the front board was believed to represent Jane Austen. This beautiful set is hard to find in a complete collection and I've never seen these books in such excellent condition. Due to the pale cloth, this set was very prone to soiling and sunning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBook Condition - Near Fine. Important condition point to be aware of is one frontispiece is missing (from Sense and Sensibility). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePride and Prejudice (1905) - there is light wear and bumping to the corners of volume two. The spines are lightly sunned. Inside, the pages show light age toning. The tissue guard for the frontispiece in volume one is torn.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMansfield Park (1902) - The colour of the cloth varies slightly between the two volumes. The cloth shows minor marking and the spines are faintly sunned. There is very light rubbing to the decoration on the front board of volume two. Inside, there is light age toning to the pages and very occasional foxing. There is slight cracking to the back hinge of volume one.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNorthanger Abbey (1901) - The cloth shows minor marking and faint discolouration. There is also a little air bubbling to the cloth near the joints. The spine is lightly sunned. Inside, the pages show light age toning but are otherwise clean and bright. Some of the page edges are a little jagged - it appears that some may have been separated by hand, which has caused some tearing to the edges. There is also some loss to the edges of Pages 97 - 100 but this does not reach the text.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSense and Sensibility (1901) - There is a pen mark to the front board of volume two and some other more minor marks to the boards. The spines are lightly sunned and spotted, and two of the corners are bumped. Inside, there is a slight crack to the front hinge of volume one and occasional cracks to the gutter - the pages remain tightly bound. There is light age toning to the pages. Please note that the frontispiece to volume one is missing. It would have had a portrait of Jane Austen originally.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEmma (1903) - The cloth shows minor marking and there is sunning to the spines. Inside, there is a slight crack to the gutter at the title pages and the frontispieces feel a little loose at the top. The pages show light age toning and there is slight damage to the internal front hinge in volume one.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePersuasion (1902) - Only some light sunning to the spine. Inside, the pages show only minor age toning. There is a slight crack to the front hinge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDue to the rarity and value of these books, they will be sent via a courier. 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The book was part of the Sarn Edition which would have originally been a collection of seven of Mary Webb's work in matching bindings and dust jackets. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's in very good condition and the DJ is protected by clear plastic - this plastic is quite old and was taped in place. The tape has browned and this has left residue to the spine of the book. There are some scuffs to the external plastic cover. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside, the DJ is clipped and there is some toning to the endpapers. The pages are clean and bright. Some of the page edges are a little raw and appear to have been separated by hand. There are a further two leaves which remain uncut. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions approximately 18.3cm x 12.5cm x 2.3cm. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe book will be hand wrapped in patterned wallpaper and string.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI 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. 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Her humorous writing make for delightful reading. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's in very good condition with rubbing to the spine edges and light sunning to the spine. Crushing to the spine ends has caused some minor splitting in the cloth. The back board has some small marks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside, the pages show some light toning and occasional minor marking. There is no foxing and the paper is clean and bright. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions approximately 20.5cm x 14cm x 3.3cm. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book will arrive hand wrapped in patterned wallpaper and string.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI 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).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"The Vintage Bookworm UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56040542732661,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0539\/9271\/8525\/files\/4B18C74C-E848-49C3-8F74-6B1631A7E30C.jpg?v=1759423649"},{"product_id":"little-women-by-louisa-may-alcott-scarce-antique-binding-with-beautiful-portrait-copy","title":"Adeline or The Romance of the Forest by Ann Radcliffe Rare Late Victorian Book","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis beautiful edition of Adeline or The Romance of the Forest by Ann Radcliffe was published by William Nicholson and Sons Ltd. The book isn't dated but I'd estimate it to be late Victorian (circa 1890). Antique editions of Ann Radcliffe's books are incredibly hard to find so I'm very excited to be able to offer this in my shop. She was considered to be the leading writer of the Gothic novel, so much so that the genre was often dubbed 'The Radcliffe Romance'. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book is bound in dark green cloth with a pretty decoration blind stamped in black to the front board and gilt to the spine. It's an attractive binding and in near fine condition. There is minor marking and soiling to the cloth and rubbing to the spine edges. The spine is sunned, with a little dulling to the gilt. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside, there is a name and address stamped to the half title page and again to the verso of the frontispiece (a wonderful colour plate). 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The Ruby Series by George Routledge was started in the 1870's, but when it has the publisher stated as \u003cspan\u003e\"George Routledge and Sons Limited\" it indicates the book as dated from between 1890 and 1900. So the book is from the latter part of the Victorian era. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's in good condition but there are some condition points to be aware of. There is a split in the cloth to the back joint, which has been repaired. It's been glued down to prevent it worsening but the split can be clearly seen (there is also a loose thread). There is soiling and light marking to the cloth; some creasing can also be seen which has caused slight air bubbles to form. The corners are worn through to the board beneath, with minor fraying to the cloth, and there is a small hole in the cloth to the fore-edge of the front board. The spine is darkened and crushing to the spine ends has caused minor splitting in the cloth. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside, there is the written inscription to Nan Shepherd on the front free endpaper and Nan has also written her name on the front pastedown. The pages show age toning throughout, with occasional foxing. There is cracking to the gutter in places but the pages remain tightly bound. A previous reader has dog eared some of the top corners whilst reading which has left creasing behind. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions approximately 19cm x 13cm x 1.8cm. There is just one black and white illustration in the form of the frontispiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book will arrive carefully wrapped in bubble wrap, patterned wallpaper and ribbon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI use a range of eco friendly, 100% recyclable jiffy bags and boxes, and whenever possible I use brown paper tape. 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It's bound in blue cloth with stunning blind stamped decoration to the boards and gilt detail to the spine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCatherine Sinclair was a Scottish Novelist \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eand children's writer, who departed from the moralising approach common in the Victorian era. She was first inspired to write by her nephew. Her writing even encapsulated a fantasy element, with fairies and giants featuring in some of her stories. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's in good condition but the corners are worn and crushed and there is light shelf wear to the board edges. There is rubbing and light marking to the boards and the spine is sunned. The spine edges are rubbed and the spine ends are crushed. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside, all the pages before the title page have been removed and there is a bookseller's sticker in the top corner of the front pastedown. 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This has left faint staining behind and slightly bowed the bottom of the boards. There is also some chipping and minor loss to the surface of the leather (along the top edges of the boards and the spine ends). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside, the hinges have been reinforced with cloth tape and there is a presentation plate glued to the front free endpaper. The endpapers are marbled. The pages are clean and bright with only very occasional foxing. There is a date written in pen to the top corner of a preliminary blank page. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions approximately 19cm x 13.5cm x 3.5cm. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"content-toggle-product-details-read-more\" class=\"wt-content-toggle__body wt-content-toggle__body--truncated wt-content-toggle__body--truncated-02\" aria-hidden=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-product-details-description-text-content=\"\" class=\"wt-text-body-01 wt-break-word\"\u003eThe book will arrive hand wrapped in patterned wallpaper and string.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI 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).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"The Vintage Bookworm UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56095925993845,"sku":null,"price":115.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0539\/9271\/8525\/files\/C6A6C1A7-0C49-43BB-B56A-AAD7FB610A61.jpg?v=1760455705"},{"product_id":"1842-rosamond-by-maria-edgeworth-two-volumes-in-original-cloth-early-victorian-books-copy","title":"1822 Rosamond by Maria Edgeworth Two Volumes Second Edition","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-huuid=\"17313493918109679246\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis wonderful two volume edition of Rosamond by Maria Edgeworth is the second edition of this popular 19th century work. It was published in 1822 by Rowland Hunter, Baldwin, Cradock and Joy. The books are from the latter part of the Georgian era. They are bound in quarter Morocco with marbled paper boards. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-huuid=\"17313493918109679246\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Rosamond\" is a novel by Irish writer Maria Edgeworth that follows the character Rosamond, first seen in Edgeworth's Early Lessons. It focuses on a young girl's impulsive choice to purchase a beautiful, but useless, purple jar instead of practical shoes. It was a moral tale (very popular with Victorians) highlighting the dangers of vanity and the importance of choosing wisely with money\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-huuid=\"17313493918109679246\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe books are in very good condition with the most noticeable flaw being the wear to the spine ends, with some loss to the leather at the heads of the spines. The spines are also a little rubbed. There is some wear to the boards and board edges; the corners and board edges show some bumping and loss to the surface of the paper. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-huuid=\"17313493918109679246\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInside, the pages show age toning and sporadic foxing throughout. One page segment is a little loose at the bottom but still attached - it sticks out slightly from the edge of the text block. There are occasional cross marks (most in pencil) and creasing. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-huuid=\"17313493918109679246\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions of each volume approximately 14.2cm x 9.2cm. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"content-toggle-product-details-read-more\" class=\"wt-content-toggle__body wt-content-toggle__body--truncated wt-content-toggle__body--truncated-02\" aria-hidden=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-product-details-description-text-content=\"\" class=\"wt-text-body-01 wt-break-word\"\u003eThe books will arrive hand wrapped in patterned wallpaper and string.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI 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. 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I also reuse boxes when I feel it's appropriate (if the boxes are sturdy enough).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"The Vintage Bookworm UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56169908994421,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0539\/9271\/8525\/files\/598860DE-B116-4CEA-BD3F-F4C7D937FD7D.jpg?v=1761496660"},{"product_id":"1903-tales-from-maria-edgeworth-illustrated-beautiful-cloth-binding-edwardian-copy","title":"1903 Tales from Maria Edgeworth Illustrated Beautiful Cloth Binding Edwardian","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis beautiful edition of Tales from Maria Edgeworth was published by Wells Gardner Darton and Co in 1903. The book is bound in burgundy cloth with stunning gilt decoration to the front board and spine. It's in good plus condition with the most noticeable flaw being the damp damage to the edge of the back board. 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It's in good condition for it's age but the corners do show wear and the book has a slight forward lean. The boards show minor marking and the spine is sunned and darkened. Crushing to the spine ends has caused some splitting in the cloth. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside the endpapers are beautifully decorative and feature a beautiful reading lady and art nouveau flowers. There is a written inscription on the front free endpaper and the pages throughout show significant tanning. The frontispiece is loose at the top but still attached at the bottom. 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