Item #31046 Illustrations of the Author of Waverley; Being Notes and Anecdotes of Real Characters, Scenes, and Incidents. Robert CHAMBERS.
Illustrations of the Author of Waverley; Being Notes and Anecdotes of Real Characters, Scenes, and Incidents.
Illustrations of the Author of Waverley; Being Notes and Anecdotes of Real Characters, Scenes, and Incidents.

Illustrations of the Author of Waverley; Being Notes and Anecdotes of Real Characters, Scenes, and Incidents.

London: W. & R. Chambers, 1884,

Third Edition. octavo, original pale blue boards and grey paper spine with printed spine lable. (viii), 184 pp. W. & R. Chambers, Item #31046

Sketches of individuals believed to have been the inspirations for some of the characters in Walter Scott's works of fiction. First published in 1822, it was corrected and enlarged for the second edition of 1825. Printed by The Leadenhall Press. This copy is a presentation copy inscribed and signed by the author's grandson. Corners scuffed as is the spine label, boards dust soiled. Contents is clean with solid hinges.

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