first edition hardcover
1930 · London
by J.Y.A. [AKERMAN, John Yonge]
London: Effingham Wilson, 1930. hardcover. near fine. Illustrated with 7 small vignettes by George Cruikshank (including the title page), engraved by J. Thompson & T. Williams. x, 250, plus 24pp of ads. 8vo, beautifully rebound by Riviere & Son in full brown morocco with ornate gilt-decorated spine and covers; inner & outer dentelles; uncut edges, t.e.g. London: Effingham Wilson, 1830. First edition. A near fine copy in a lovely binding. Scarce Cruikshank title. (Inventory #: 162392)