Mrs Molesworth, Uncanny Tales, first edition, 1896
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Mrs Molesworth, Uncanny Tales, first edition, 1896

Molesworth (Mrs [Mary Louisa]) Uncanny Tales

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London, Hutchinson, [1896].

First edition. 8vo. Original pictorial cloth.

The second collection of ghostly tales by this well-known children’s writer; distinctly uncommon in such near fine condition.

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A little toning to extremities, but overall a VG+ copy.

Pictorial title and cover design by Fred Hyland.

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