This beautiful vintage edition of Shirley by Charlotte Bronte was published by London & Glasgow, Collins Clear Type Press. The book is undated but I'd estimate it to be from the early part of the 20th century (circa 1910-1920).
The book is bound in blue cloth with pretty gilt decoration to the front board and spine. It's a scarce binding and quite sought after with Bronte collectors.
It's in very good condition with the main flaw being the tanning and age spotting to the spine. The boards show light marking and the corners are crushed. There is minor foxing to the text block edges.
Inside, the pages show light age toning throughout, with some occasional marking and creasing. There is sporadic foxing and a name plate glued on the reverse of the frontispiece. A few pages show creasing.
The book features four striking colour plates by T H Robinson.
Book Size: 18cm x 11.5cm x 2.5cm (Approx.)
The book will arrive hand wrapped in patterned wallpaper and ribbon.
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).