Simon (André L.) Champagne
£160
London, Constable, 1934.
First edition. 8vo. Original brown cloth. Dust-jacket, priced 5/-.
A charming work on all drinks effervescent, by the highly renowned wine writer André Simon.
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A very good copy in slightly rubbed and lightly dust-soiled jacket.
Jacket artwork by Gladys Hynes.
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