Boné

1913 · ref. 763A8 — London: Duckworth and Co. 1913. First edition. Cloth. Near Fine/Near Fine. 6.5" by 4.5". Muirhead Bone . The first scarce edition of this fictional work by Gertrude Bone one of the books included in Duckworth's Roadmender series celebrating nature. In the rare unclipped dustwrapper. The first edition of this sarce work rare to find in its original unclipped dustwrapper. A little charming book comprising Gertrude Bone's tale of the life of women in the countryside. A simple tale deliberately focussing on the humbler details and routine of life in the country following the story of five women. A touching narrative where sensitivity tragedy and strength are the main feelings. One of the books included in the publisher's 'Roadmender Series' which celebrates a deeper feeling for nature and render the value of simplicity in living.With unclipped dustwrapper. Illustrated with frontispiece by Muirhead Bone. In the original publisher's cloth binding. Externally excellent with minor shelfwear only. Slight darkening to cloth to front and rear boards. Loosely inserted three articles on this volume dated 1913. Dustwrapper is unclipped and excellent with only minor shelfwear and slight sunning to spine. Internally firmly bound. Pages are bright and clean. Illustrated with frontispiece by Muirhead Bone. Near Fine Duckworth and Co. hardcover