The Chronicle of Clemendy
New York: Alfred A. Knopf, 1926. First American Edition. Hardcover in unclipped jacket. Bright yellow cloth covers with vivid blue spine label. Yellow decorated end papers. Blue top stain. Octavo. A frame-narrative in the manner of Chaucer's Canterbury Tales. A collection of short stories actually by Machen himself, though presented as having been translated by him from an archaic text. This was Machen's first book, originally published in 1888. Near fine. Almost imperceptible spine lean. / Very good. small round area missing out of the front flap, Chipping and losses to head and tail of spine and corners. Spine is darkened. Presented in a clear protective mylar cover. Item #691
Price: $75.00