An Index to Rolls-Royce and Bentley Periodicals, Tom C. Clarke — 1st Edition

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An Index to Rolls-Royce and Bentley Periodicals, Tom C. Clarke — 1st Edition

Name: An Index to Rolls-Royce and Bentley Periodicals, Tom C. Clarke — 1st Edition
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Publication: London, Transport Bookman Publications, c. 1973

Formatting: 8vo, pp. 42.

Condition Report: Very Good. The volume presents well in its original publisher's blue card wrappers, remaining structurally sound with a firm staple binding. There is a slight forward bow to the front wrap along the fore-edge, accompanied by minor rubbing and light creasing along the spine fold, typical of a shelved pamphlet of this vintage. The extremities show only trivial shelf-wear, whilst the interior pages remain bright, clean, and entirely free of foxing or substantive markings, ensuring it remains an excellent functional reference copy.

Catalogue Note: First Edition, serving as an invaluable reference tool for the dedicated motoring enthusiast and marque historian.

Compiled to address the lack of a comprehensive composite index for Rolls-Royce and Bentley periodicals, this work meticulously catalogues subjects primarily by model designation, incorporating references from esteemed publications such as Flying Lady, Motor Sport, and the Bentley Drivers Club Review.

The volume is notably scarce on the open market, representing a highly specialised effort by Transport Bookman Publications to document the rich literary history of these iconic British motorcars. The acknowledgements highlight the collaborative nature of this compilation, featuring contributions from prominent members of the 20 Ghost Club and the Rolls-Royce Enthusiasts' Club.

Compiled by Tom C. Clarke, An Index to Rolls-Royce and Bentley Periodicals is a highly specialised reference work designed to guide motoring historians and enthusiasts through the wealth of marque-specific literature. By organising complex historical, technical, and biographical articles from prominent automotive journals into a single, accessible index, this slim but essential volume offers an indispensable roadmap for researching the legacy of the world's most prestigious motorcars.

Book Condition: Very Good

Book Authors: Tom C. Clarke

Book Publisher: Transport Bookman Publications

Book Language: English

Narrative Type: Non-Fiction

Genre: Automotive

Book edition: First Edition

Signed: No

Book Pages: 42

Book Publication Year: 1973

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Book Binding: Softcover

Illustrator: N/A

Book Series: N/A

Country/region of manufacture: London, United Kingdom

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