Augustine Birrell - Essays

London, Arthur L. Humphreys, 1912 . Leather. A selection of five of Augustus Birrel's biographical essays of literary criticism, presented in a striking and bright half morocco binding. A beautifully bound half morocco volume of the essays from British Liberal party politician Augustine Birrell.A barrister by training, Birrell was also an author, noted for humorous essays. Present here are four of Birrell's short essays, with sections discussing the work of Carlyle, Milton, Pope, Gibbon and Johnson.From the Royal Library 'Belles Lettres' Series.With the former owner' stamp of J. E. D. Ezra to the front pastedown, and bookseller's label of Hugh Rees to rear pastedown. In a half morocco binding, with cloth covered boards. Externally, exceptionally bright, with a touch of rubbing to joints. Former owner's stamp to front pastedown, and bookseller's label to rear pastedown. Internally, firmly bound. Pages clean and bright. Very Good Indeed . Ill.: None. Very Good Indeed .

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