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First edition, first state. This is the "Boston Edition"(which was published simultaneously with the London Edition). Hard cover, 12 mo (measuring 4 7/8 x 7 3/8 inches) in publisher's original terra cotta cloth with bevelled edged boards, a pictorial wheat and scythe illustration in gilt to center front board and another blind-stamped decoration to rear board. Spine with same gilt illustration, title and publisher's monogram. Includes tissue-guarded frontispiece. Glazed brown endpapers. Contains Tales of the Wayside Inn, Part the Third, and the Third Flight of Birds of Passage. Conforms with BAL No. 12164 readings p. iii and p.54 for first state. Condition: Very Good. Moderate rubbing to boards, with light wear to joints and corners. Three small manufacturing bubbles to boards. Front hinge cracked but holding firm. Interior is clean and unmarked.
Ref: POEMUS 8376
$35.00