WHEN A MAN'S SINGLE: A Tale of Literary Life
- London: Hodder and Stoughton, 1888
London: Hodder and Stoughton, 1888. First edition. Very good.. First printing of Barrie's novel, concerning a young man from the imaginary city of Thrums and his efforts to establish himself as a journalist in London. 7.25'' x 5''. Original blue cloth with gilt-lettered spine. Top edge gilt. Green endpapers. Top edge gilt. In custom blue cloth chemise and blue morocco slipcase. Advertisement for Barrie's AULD LICHT IDYLLS on half-title verso. 289, [1] pages, followed by [2] pages of publisher's ads. Front hinge starting but firm, light wear to boards.
Details
Title
WHEN A MAN'S SINGLE: A Tale of Literary Life
Author
Barrie, J.M.
Condition
Very Good
Publisher
Hodder and Stoughton: London
Date
1888
Edition
First edition