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SANDYS, William.
Christmastide. Its History, Festivities, and Carols.
First edition. Sandys (1792–1874) was a music writer and antiquary whose work "laid the foundations for the discovery of the ballad carol which was then in danger of disappearing and becoming forgotten" (ODNB). His two books on Christmas songs and traditions also contributed significantly to the mid-Victorian revival of that festival.
Octavo (200 × 130 mm). Contemporary brown calf by Morrell, spine gilt in compartments with holly tools, red morocco labels, grey endpapers, triple-line ruling to boards and all edges gilt. Original cloth bound in. Lithographic frontispiece and 8 plates, engravings throughout. Binding a little scuffed, small spots to lower board, edges and spine faded. An excellent copy.
