[Elizabeth von Arnim] - Introduction to Sally

London, Macmillan and Co. Limited, 1926. First edition. Leather. An uncommon first edition novel by Elizabeth von Arnim, scarce to see in a leather rebind, this copy rebound by Roger Coverley and Sons. The first edition, first impression, of this uncommon work.Scarce to see rebound in a leather binding, bound by Roger de Coverly and Sons.'Introduction to Sally' was one of von Arnim's most popular works when first published, though it is now largely forgotten. It tells of a young and strikingly beautiful girl from rural England, a common girl who strikes the heart of all men who know her, completely unbeknownst to her. By Elizabeth von Arnim, a noted author and aristocrat known for her prolific works. She was the cousin of fellow author Katherine Mansfield, and had a three year long affair with H. G. Wells. Through her first marriage she was a Countess, and later married Frank Russell, who was the elder brother of the Nobel prize winning Bertrand Russell.Bound without adverts.Roger de Coverly was an influential binder who apprenticed with Zaehnsdorf before starting his own business. At the time of this publication Roger's sons, Edward, Arthur, and William, had taken over the company.Bookplate of Antoinette Brett to the front paste down - Antoinette was the wife of Oliver Brett; 3rd Viscount Esher, Brett was notable for being a chairman for the National Trust for 25 years, and being involved in many important cultural and artistic charities. In a half crushed morocco binding with marbled paper to the boards, bound by Roger de Coverly and Sons. Externally, smart. Spine and extremities are a little faded. Very light rubbing to the spine. A couple of light marks to the boards. Bookplate to the front paste down. Scattered spots to the endpapers. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are bright and clean. Very Good Indeed . Ill.: None. Very Good Indeed .

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