A Coat of Many Colours by Herbert Read First Edition – (1945)

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A Coat of Many Colours by Herbert Read First Edition – (1945)

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Condition Notes: Cover: The red cloth hardcover shows signs of wear, with visible scuff marks, light scratches, and faint stains. A notable line mark can be seen on the back cover. The corners are slightly bumped, and the spine shows minor wear.Spine: The binding is intact but exhibits minor signs of age.Pages: The pages are in acceptable vintage condition, with light foxing and age-related discoloration. A few pages show minor handling marks, but there are no tears or missing pages.Interior Notes: Includes an image of Testa di Moro and a clean, legible contents page outlining the 24 essays. A few passages are underlined in the text, as seen in the photos.Size: Approximately 7.5 inches in height.

Publication Year: 1945

Language: English

Book Title: A Coat of Many Colours

Author: Herbert Read

Publisher: George Routledge & Sons, Ltd.

Topic: Literature

Edition: First Edition

Country of Origin: United Kingdom

This is a first edition of A Coat of Many Colours: Occasional Essays by Herbert Read, published in 1945 by George Routledge & Sons, Ltd. The book is a collection of essays that delve into topics of art, literature, and philosophy, featuring discussions on significant figures like Cézanne, Eric Gill, and Lawrence of Arabia.

Condition

  • Cover: The red cloth hardcover shows signs of wear, with visible scuff marks, light scratches, and faint stains. A notable line mark can be seen on the back cover. The corners are slightly bumped, and the spine shows minor wear.
  • Spine: The binding is intact but exhibits minor signs of age.
  • Pages: The pages are in acceptable vintage condition, with light foxing and agerelated discoloration. A few pages show minor handling marks, but there are no tears or missing pages.
  • Interior Notes: Includes an image of Testa di Moro and a clean, legible contents page outlining the 24 essays. A few passages are underlined in the text, as seen in the photos.
  • Size: Approximately 7.5 inches in height.

Product Details

  • Title: A Coat of Many Colours: Occasional Essays
  • Author: Herbert Read
  • Publisher: George Routledge & Sons, Ltd.
  • Publication Year: First published in 1945
  • Edition: First Edition
  • Format: Hardcover
  • Content: 24 essays on art, literature, and philosophy

This book is a thoughtful collection of essays by Herbert Read, making it an excellent addition for collectors of first editions or enthusiasts of art and literary criticism. Please review the provided photos for more details on the condition.

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