Wilkinson (Ellen) Peeps at Politicians
£125
with drawings by Low, Matt, Horrabin and others and a foreword by Oliver Baldwin.
London, Philip Allan, [1930].
First edition. 8vo. Original yellow boards. Dust-jacket, priced 3/6.
Humorous reflections on the leading British politicians of the day, illustrated by the well-known caricaturists of the era.
In stock
A very good copy, in slightly chipped, rubbed and tanned jacket.
Illustrations throughout.
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