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BIBLIOGRAPHY OF THE FIRST EDITIONS OF BOOKS BY ARTHUR ANNESLEY RONALD FIRBANK (1886-1926).
Muir, Percy H.

- N.P. : Supplement to The Bookman's Journal 1927 - 8vo. - cloth. - 8 pages interleaved with lined paper. - Order Nr. 59841 - Price: $ 65.00

A bibliography of Firbank's first editions. (Besterman 2198). The strangeness of his books is surpassed by the extraordinary life he led. He lived a life of seclusion at times and he would have his writings collected at his doorstep in the middle of the night by the tradesmen. It includes 11 items and an introduction by Percy Muir. Minor foxing throughout, and the top and bottom of spine rubbed. A small damaged spot on spine.

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