Essays

London: Arthur L. Humphreys, 1912. Royal Library Edition. Full leather. Near fine. From The Royal Library Series, Essays by Augustine Birrell, finely bound by Sangorski and Sutcliffe.. Octavo, v, [1], 294pp. Full red morocco, title in gilt on front cover with gilt trim. Five raised bands, title in gilt on morocco label affixed to spine, gilt-embellished compartments. Top edge gilt, gilt turn-ins, and marbled endpapers. Bound by Sangorski and Sutcliffe of London, with imprint on verso of free endpaper. Dated 1912, with no additional printings listed. Solid text block, light wear to edges of binding, internally fine. Augustine Birrell (1850-1933) was a British Liberal politician and writer who served as Chief Secretary for Ireland from 1907 to 1916, during which he faced significant criticism for his handling of the Easter Rising. He was also known for his literary work and essays, contributing to the intellectual and political discourse of his time.