Boston: John W. Luce and Company. Cloth. Good. Item #017784

no date, early 1900s. Faded brick colored paper boards with a black cloth spine. 194 pp. Black and white illustrated plates by S.H. Sime, all present as called for. A collection of short stories in what would become known as the fantasy genre, with the stories depicting worlds and gods of the author's creation. This work, as well as some of Lord Dunsany's other fantasy writings, would inspire authors such as J.R.R. Tolkien, H.P. Lovecraft and others. Much of Lord Dunsany's work established the groundwork for future fantasy novels. GOOD condition. Moderate fading to the covers and spine. Minor soiling, scuffing and edgewear. Very light scattered foxing in the interior.

Price: $125.00