1897 First Edition The Chevalier d'Auriac S. Levett-Yeats w/ Gilt Rapier Binding
$97.00
For your consideration is a charming and collectible late-Victorian historical romance: The Chevalier d'Auriac by S. Levett-Yeats, published in New York by Longmans, Green, and Co. in 1897 (specifically the August 1897 reprinting, following the initial March 1897 first edition release).
This swashbuckling adventure set during the reign of Henry of Navarre is renowned for its incredible publisher's binding. The front board remains wonderfully bright, showcasing an eye-catching gilt and black rapier-and-heraldic design that pops on any bookshelf.
Condition Details: Covers & Exterior: The front cover is bright and visually striking. The exterior exhibits bent corners, minor edge rubbing, and a small chip at the top of the spine. Some light marks are present on the rear cover. Interior & Pages: The interior text blocks are clean with no markings. Some light marks are present on the front inside page and back inside pages.
Visual Reference: Please refer to the provided photographs for a complete and accurate visual representation of the overall condition. Will happily provide additional photos, scans and video upon request.
An exceptional piece for any collection of Victorian decorative cloth bindings or historical adventure fiction.
For your consideration is a charming and collectible late-Victorian historical romance: The Chevalier d'Auriac by S. Levett-Yeats, published in New York by Longmans, Green, and Co. in 1897 (specifically the August 1897 reprinting, following the initial March 1897 first edition release).
This swashbuckling adventure set during the reign of Henry of Navarre is renowned for its incredible publisher's binding. The front board remains wonderfully bright, showcasing an eye-catching gilt and black rapier-and-heraldic design that pops on any bookshelf.
Condition Details: Covers & Exterior: The front cover is bright and visually striking. The exterior exhibits bent corners, minor edge rubbing, and a small chip at the top of the spine. Some light marks are present on the rear cover. Interior & Pages: The interior text blocks are clean with no markings. Some light marks are present on the front inside page and back inside pages.
Visual Reference: Please refer to the provided photographs for a complete and accurate visual representation of the overall condition. Will happily provide additional photos, scans and video upon request.
An exceptional piece for any collection of Victorian decorative cloth bindings or historical adventure fiction.