London: Macmillan, 1891. First edition with Thomson’s illustrations; large paper copy, of which only 300 were printed; publisher’s cloth with paper spine label; minor foxing and cloth fading; nearly fine in the publisher’s printed dust jacket with a Thomson illustration on the front panel. A large chip extends from the top of the spine about halfway across the top of the front panel, affecting four letters of the title, otherwise in very good condition with minor darkening, chips and tears. This large paper issue is very uncommon, especially in the publisher’s binding; we have seen no other in dust jacket. Presumably, most of those large paper copies were finely bound by their buyers.

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Bookseller: Peter L. Stern & Company, Inc. (US)
Bookseller's Inventory #: 35761P
Title: Cranford. Illustrated by Hugh Thomson
Author: GASKELL, MRS
Book Condition: Used - First edition with Thomson’s illustrations; large paper copy, of which only 300 were printed; publisher’s cloth with paper s
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: Macmillan
Place of Publication: London
Date Published: 1891
Bookseller catalogs: ILLUSTRATED BOOKS;

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About Peter L. Stern & Company, Inc.

With more than 35 years experience in the rare book trade, Peter L. Stern and Co., Inc. has established itself as a highly regarded firm of antiquarian booksellers.

Specializing in 19th and 20th century literature, signed and inscribed books, and manuscripts we maintain a high quality inventory. Our shop is located in the heart of Newton Centre where we are open by chance or appointment

In the long-standing tradition of the rare book trade we continue to mail regular catalogues to our customers. We are easily accessible via the MBTA Green Line's D Branch. We travel widely and attend both international and local book fairs.

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