Lewis Carroll and his Birth-Place Daresbury

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Lewis Carroll and his Birth-Place Daresbury

Name: Lewis Carroll and his Birth-Place Daresbury
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Lewis Carroll and his Birth-Place Daresbury, The Rev. Victor Dams & The Rev. Dyott W. Darwall — 1979 Reprint

Publication: Chester, S. G. Mason (Chester) Ltd., 1979

Formatting: 8vo, original printed wrappers, unpaginated.

Condition Report: Near Fine. The original printed buff wrappers remain remarkably crisp and bright, showing only the faintest trace of age-toning to the extremities and an inconsequential hint of rubbing to the corners. The binding is secure and entirely intact. Internally, the pamphlet is exceptionally clean and fresh, with the pages remaining bright and completely free from foxing, handling marks, or inscriptions. A highly presentable and well-preserved copy of this local history guide.

Catalogue Note: This is a 1979 reprint of the original 1937 publication, incorporating the "amendments and additions" first introduced in the 1973 edition. Issued locally, this pamphlet serves as an intimate topographical and historical record of Daresbury, the Cheshire birthplace of Charles Lutwidge Dodgson (Lewis Carroll).

Such ephemeral, locally produced parish guides are inherently prone to loss and damage over the decades. While not exceptionally rare, surviving copies from this late-1970s print run in such unblemished, Near Fine condition are decidedly uncommon on the open market.

A charming and detailed local history of Daresbury, the Cheshire village where Lewis Carroll was born. Written by local vicars Rev. Victor Dams and Rev. Dyott W. Darwall, this pamphlet explores the profound connection between the creator of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and his childhood home, offering a fascinating glimpse into the landscape that shaped his early imagination.

Book Condition: Near Fine

Book Authors: The Rev. Victor Dams & The Rev. Dyott W. Darwall

Book Publisher: S. G. Mason (Chester) Ltd.

Book Language: English

Narrative Type: Non-Fiction

Genre: History

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Book Publication Year: 1979

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Book Binding: Softcover

Illustrator: N/A

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Country/region of manufacture: Chester, United Kingdom

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