1970 · [Middlesex etc]
by Partridge, Eric
[Middlesex etc]: Penguin Books, 1970. Reprint edition, with postscript and addenda, 8vo, pp. 377, [7]; text printed in double columns; pictorial paper wrappers, added protective plastic jacket; light wear to spine, else fine. Inscribed from Partridge to "Alan and Joan" (Steele) "who will have the charity to regard it as 'curiosity' and to accept it as a gift for Christmas 1970, from Eric." A shortened and simplified version of the author's famous Usage and abusage, omitting very difficult or theoretical matter and including some new material.
(Inventory #: 52410)