The Angels of Mons: The Bowmen and Other Legends of the War
Simpkin, Marshall, Hamilton, Kent & Co., Ltd., 1915. Hardcover. Inscribed by Arthur Machen to a previous owner, immediately preceding the title page (recto of the frontispiece). In poor condition with stained boards and frayed edges, heavy chipping loss to backstrip, and cracked outer hinges; the front hinge is entirely cracked through following the half title, and there are two tape repairs across spine reinforcing the binding. Binding delicate. Pages foxed and toned. Text else unmarked. Includes, in order: Introduction, 'The Bowmen,' 'The Soldiers' Rest,' 'The Monstrance,' 'The Dazzling Light,' 'The Little Nations,' 'The Men from Troy,' and 'The Bowmen and Other Noble Ghosts, by The Londoner.'. Used: Acceptable. Item #BBS-2023144
Price: $250.00