London, New York, Toronto & Sydney: B.T. Batsford, 1940. Part of Batsford's "The British Cities" Series, which might be a surprise to the Irish; however, this book was admired by G.B. Shaw, according to a blurb.This is a Very Good Plus copy of the First Edition. Blue cloth binding with gilt lettering. A bit of fade to the top edge, else Fine. The dustwrapper has some edgewear and a 3/4" chip on the rear panel. In an archival plastic protector. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. First Edition.. Hard Cover. Very Good Plus/Very Good.

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Bookseller: Quercus Rare Books (US)
Bookseller's Inventory #: 001111
Title: Dublin. A Study in Environment
Author: Harvey, John
Format/Binding: Hardcover
Book Condition: Used - Very Good Plus
Jacket Condition: Very Good
Edition: First Edition.
Publisher: B.T. Batsford
Place of Publication: London, New York, Toronto & Sydney
Date Published: 1940
Bookseller catalogs: Irish History & Politics;

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