Riley (W.) Witch Hazel.
£95
London, Herbert Jenkins, 1928
First edition. 8vo. Original boards. Dust-jacket, likely a second issue as it is priced 3’6 on spine.
A tale about a fifteen year old child – Hazel Wood – who has the gift of second sight – of being able to see things taking place far away from her.
Uncommon in jacket.
In stock
VG/VG – Boards lightly worn, more so on spine. The jacket is likely a second issue as it is priced 3’6 on spine. It has light chipping to spine ends and along panel edges but presents well overall.
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