Oak Knoll

Limited to 1000 copies designed by Bruce Rogers (Warde 176). A partially unopened copy in fine condition. Printed in Monotype Scotch type and decorations. One of Lamb's best-known "Elia" essays, a lovely meditation on nostalgia and the passing of time. The typography is by the notable American book designer Bruce Rogers (1870-1957), who "was appreciated in his lifetime. In addition to several honorary degrees, in 1948 he was awarded a gold medal from the American Academy of Arts and Letters for distinction in the graphic arts. Over decades of accomplishment in which he designed approximately 500 books... Rogers literally defined the profession of book designing in the United States" (ANB). Francis Meynell stated that Rogers was."the greatest artificer of the book who ever lived"