A Magnificent Farce and Other Diversions of a Book-Collector, A. Edward Newton

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A Magnificent Farce and Other Diversions of a Book-Collector, A. Edward Newton

Name: A Magnificent Farce and Other Diversions of a Book-Collector, A. Edward Newton
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A Magnificent Farce and Other Diversions of a Book-Collector, A. Edward Newton — First Edition

Publication: London, G. P. Putnam's Sons / Boston: The Atlantic Monthly Press, 1921

Formatting: 8vo, pp. [xx], 267.

Condition Report: Very Good. The quarter-cloth binding remains firm and secure, with the text block sitting tightly within the boards. The spine exhibits typical light toning and minor rubbing at the head and tail, consistent with standard shelving, while the brown boards show only faint shelf-wear and gently bumped corners. Internally, the pages are largely bright and clean, free from significant foxing or dog-earing. The hinges are structurally sound, and the original tissue guard protecting the title page remains intact, preserving the integrity of this handsome volume.

Catalogue Note: This dual-imprint release features the original American sheets bound in a uniform quarter-cloth style, a common practice for trans-Atlantic releases of the era. The text is profusely illustrated throughout, featuring reproductions of rare title pages, portraits, and manuscripts that appeal directly to the bibliophile.

Of note is the charming pictorial bookplate of one Graham Morrison affixed to the front pastedown. While Newton’s works were printed in relatively large numbers during the book-collecting boom of the 1920s, rendering this title quite accessible on the open market, finding a tidy, well-preserved copy in its original binding remains a distinct pleasure for collectors of books about books.

In A Magnificent Farce and Other Diversions of a Book-Collector, A. Edward Newton invites readers into the passionate, idiosyncratic world of bibliomania. Following the success of his previous works, Newton blends humour, historical anecdote, and personal memoir to explore the joys and absurdities of hunting down rare editions. Whether discussing the eccentricities of famous authors, the thrill of the auction room, or the quiet satisfaction of a well-stocked library, Newton’s infectious enthusiasm makes this classic essay collection a delightful read for anyone who has ever succumbed to the lure of the printed word.

Book Condition: Very Good

Book Authors: A. Edward Newton

Book Publisher: G. P. Putnam's Sons / The Atlantic Monthly Press

Book Language: English

Narrative Type: Non-Fiction

Genre: Autobiography, Biography & Memoirs

Book edition: First Edition

Signed: No

Book Pages: 267

Book Publication Year: 1921

Book Publication Date:

Book Binding: Hardcover

Illustrator: N/A

Book Series: N/A

Country/region of manufacture: United States

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