RARE 1936 Wanderer A in Rome by E.V. Lucas Ex-Library Methuen 4th Edition Fourth

Condition Notes: Condition (Ex-Library):Original cloth binding shows expected age wear to spine and cornersSome fraying to spine ends visibleLibrary card sleeve and checkout records from Elswick Institute Library (1946-1964)Library number 9435.ASpine text still clearly legibleInterior binding intact but shows some stress at hinges (see photos)Pages clean with age toningText block soundAll plates and maps present

Book Title: A Wanderer in Rome

Author: E.V. Lucas

Language: English

Publisher: Methuen & Co

Publication Year: 1936

Topic: Travel

Binding: Hardback

Country of Origin: Italy

<div class="font-claude-message pr-4 md:pr-9 relative leading-[1.65rem] [&amp;_pre>div]:bg-bg-300 [&amp;_.ignore-pre-bg>div]:bg-transparent [&amp;_pre]:-mr-4 md:[&amp;_pre]:-mr-9" bis_skin_checked="1"><div bis_skin_checked="1"><div class="grid-cols-1 grid gap-2.5 [&amp;_>_*]:min-w-0" bis_skin_checked="1"><p class="whitespace-pre-wrap break-words">A rare 1936 Fourth Edition, Revised copy of "A Wanderer in Rome" by E.V. Lucas, published by Methuen &amp; Co Ltd, London.</p> <p class="whitespace-pre-wrap break-words">Physical Details:</p> <ul class="-mt-1 [li>&amp;]:mt-2 [li>mark>&amp;]:mt-2 list-disc space-y-2 pl-8" depth="0"> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words" index="0">Publisher: Methuen &amp; Co Ltd, London (36 Essex Street W.C.)</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words" index="1">Fourth Edition, Revised (1936)</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words" index="2">Original cloth binding in reddish-brown</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words" index="3">Features 16 color illustrations by Harry Morley</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words" index="4">Contains 36 photographic reproductions</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words" index="5">Includes detailed illustrated "Bird's Eye View of Rome" map spread</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words" index="6">Contains beautiful color plates including "The Scala di Spagna from the Via Condotti"</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words" index="7">Photographic plates showing historical monuments and sculptures</li> </ul> <p class="whitespace-pre-wrap break-words">Content Highlights:</p> <ul class="-mt-1 [li>&amp;]:mt-2 [li>mark>&amp;]:mt-2 list-disc space-y-2 pl-8" depth="0"> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words" index="0">Rich historical content about Rome's landmarks</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words" index="1">Detailed descriptions of routes through the city</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words" index="2">Cultural observations about tourist areas like Piazza di Spagna</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words" index="3">Historical accounts including Michaelangelo and the Popes</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words" index="4">Fascinating architectural and artistic details of churches and monuments</li> </ul> <p class="whitespace-pre-wrap break-words">Condition (Ex-Library):</p> <ul class="-mt-1 [li>&amp;]:mt-2 [li>mark>&amp;]:mt-2 list-disc space-y-2 pl-8" depth="0"> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words" index="0">Original cloth binding shows expected age wear to spine and corners</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words" index="1">Some fraying to spine ends visible</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words" index="2">Library card sleeve and checkout records from Elswick Institute Library (1946-1964)</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words" index="3">Library number 9435.A</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words" index="4">Spine text still clearly legible</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words" index="5">Interior binding intact but shows some stress at hinges (see photos)</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words" index="6">Pages clean with minimal age toning</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words" index="7">Text block sound</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words" index="8">All plates and maps present</li> </ul> <p class="whitespace-pre-wrap break-words">Historical Publication Information:</p> <ul class="-mt-1 [li>&amp;]:mt-2 [li>mark>&amp;]:mt-2 list-disc space-y-2 pl-8" depth="0"> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words" index="0">First published September 2nd 1926</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words" index="1">Second Edition March 1927</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words" index="2">Third Edition April 1930</li> <li class="whitespace-normal break-words" index="3">This Fourth Edition 1936</li></ul><ul class="-mt-1 [li>&amp;]:mt-2 [li>mark>&amp;]:mt-2 list-disc space-y-2 pl-8" depth="0"> </ul> <p class="whitespace-pre-wrap break-words">A wonderful piece of pre-war travel literature with unique library provenance. Perfect for collectors of vintage Rome guides or early 20th century travel books.</p> <p class="whitespace-pre-wrap break-words">Please examine all photos carefully and ask any questions before purchasing.</p></div></div></div>