Puzzles Old And New
Professor Hoffmann (Angelo John Lewish)
From ROBIN RARE BOOKS at the Midtown Scholar, Harrisburg, PA, U.S.A.
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AbeBooks Seller since 21 November 2006
From ROBIN RARE BOOKS at the Midtown Scholar, Harrisburg, PA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
AbeBooks Seller since 21 November 2006
About this Item
Puzzles Old and New. By Professor Hoffmann (pseudonym of Angelo Lewis) and printed in London by Frederick Warne and Co. 1893, 394 pp, 7.5 x 5.5 , 8vo, hardcover green cloth. In fair condition, with rubbing and wear to boards and spine, primarily along edges and corners. Cracking to hinges at front and back of book. Text block remains complete and bound well with minor wear. General age-related toning to pages, along with periodic foxing and wear. Profusely illustrated with numerous black-and-white illustrations throughout. Light markings and marginalia. General age-related toning to pages, along with periodic foxing and wear. Please see photographs and ask any questions prior to purchasing. A scarce book on puzzles by Professor Hoffmann, the pseudonym of Angelo Lewis, a British barrister considered one of the most influential authors on puzzles and magic tricks in the Victorian era. COLM1893BIJX-1123-a0714. Seller Inventory # COLM1893BIJX-1123-a0714
Bibliographic Details
Title: Puzzles Old And New
Publisher: Frederick Warne and Co., London
Publication Date: 1893
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Fair
Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket
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