The Tempest.
London: William Heinemann, 1926 Stock Code: 130882
First Rackham edition. With a signed presentation inscription from the author and his wife to the half-title "To May from Edyth and Arthur Rackham Christmas 1926" alongside an original ink drawing of Ariel by the artist.
Description
Quarto. Finely bound by the Chelsea Bindery in dark blue morocco, titles and centre tool to spine gilt, raised bands, single rule to boards gilt, burgundy endpapers, gilt edges.
Illustrations
With 20 colour illustrations by Arthur Rackham.
Condition
Minor spotting to the half-title and the occasional minor blemish, an excellent copy in a fine binding.
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