The Book Shed

rear cover rubbed, corners bumped, a whimsical bookplate of the librarian and bookman Joseph L. Wheeler, designed by the British artist C. Walter Hodges to front ep; dj tips missing 2 cm at top, .75 cm bottom, edge and corner wear, front panel soiled along edge, 2 x .25 cm hole mid spine, price-clipped. This title tops the title list on the rear panel. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Hard Cover. James Boyd was the author of five historical novels which were thought to have elevated the genre through greater historical accuracy, psychological and sociological awareness, and formal craftsmanship. It is for Drums that he is most famous. First printing in the Scribner series of illustrated classics. Most items ship with tracking numbers and (generally over $15.00) jacket protectors if applicable. Clean recycled packing material will be used when possible.