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Hope (Anthony) The Prisoner of Zenda
£295
Bristol & London, Arrowsmith/Simpkin, Marshall, Hamilton, Kent, [1894].
First edition, second issue with the verso of the title page reset and eighteen titles including the present work listed in the publisher’s ad at the rear. 8vo. Original russet red cloth, state with the “f” on the spine uncrossed.
Hope’s most famous book, memorably adapted for stage, screen and radio on several occasions.
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Contemporary gift inscription on title-page; spine slightly sunned, minor mottling to lower cover, overall very good.
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