The Way of the World

Congreve, William

Published by The Haymarket Press, London, 1928

About this Item

"An unexpurgated Edition, including an original signed Etching by A. R. Middleton Todd, A.R.E. and a Foreword by Malcolm C. Salaman" "This Edition of THE WAY OF THE WORLD by WILLIAM CONGREVE is the first publication of The Haymarket Press and is limited to 875 copies on Japon Vellum, numbered 1 to 875. The frontispiece is an etching by A. R. Middleton Todd A.R.E., and the drawing on the title-page is by William Monk, R.E. The Volume has been printed by The Westminster Press, London, in the year 1928." This copy is not in the 875 printed: it is a review copy sent by Messrs. Halton & Truscott Smith. Loose prospectus for second publication by The Haymarket Press. In 5 Acts. Original quarter silk faded purple, faded joints, with grape patterned plush cloth over boards. Lettered purple on spine. Lettered gilt on top board. Spine ends frayed. Corners tender. Edges uncut. Original signed etching A. R. Middleton Todd, A.R.E, tissue guarded on Japon vellum. Internally very fine condition. Pp. xxi (i) 81 (iii) including Foreword, Dedication (to the Right Honourable Ralph, Earl of Montague, &c.), Prologue, Dramatis Personę, Epilogue. Seller Inventory # 020655

Bibliographic Details

Title: The Way of the World

Publisher: The Haymarket Press, London

Publication Date: 1928

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: Very Good

Edition: 1st Edition