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H.E. Bates – The Face Of England – First Edition 1952
£35.00
First edition, first printing of The Face of England by H. E. Bates published by B.T. Batsford in London 1952, with 40 colour plates by A. F. Kersting. This is a near fine copy, with slight pushing to the foot of the spine, with red cloth binding and gilt lettering, some browning and spotting to the top edge of the text block and minor spotting to the fore-edge and bottom edge,and minor spotting throughout. The unclipped wrapper with price 21s. crossed by pencil, some browning and spotting, small tear and chipping to the head of the spine with minor chipping to the knuckle of the upper front and rear flap folds.
The Face of England by H.E. Bates encapsulates the quintessence of English landscapes, culture and people through vivid prose. Bates portrays the English countryside with reverence, capturing its timeless beauty and intricate charm. Through his keen observations, he unveils the essence of Englishness, from quaint villages to rolling hills, imbuing each scene with a sense of nostalgia and authenticity. Bates’ evocative writing celebrates England’s rich heritage and enduring spirit, making The Face of England a timeless literary tribute.
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First edition, first printing of The Face of England by H. E. Bates published by B.T. Batsford in London 1952, with 40 colour plates by A. F. Kersting. This is a near fine copy, with slight pushing to the foot of the spine, with red cloth binding and gilt lettering, some browning and spotting to the top edge of the text block and minor spotting to the fore-edge and bottom edge,and minor spotting throughout. The unclipped wrapper with price 21s. crossed by pencil, some browning and spotting, small tear and chipping to the head of the spine with minor chipping to the knuckle of the upper front and rear flap folds.
The Face of England by H.E. Bates encapsulates the quintessence of English landscapes, culture and people through vivid prose. Bates portrays the English countryside with reverence, capturing its timeless beauty and intricate charm. Through his keen observations, he unveils the essence of Englishness, from quaint villages to rolling hills, imbuing each scene with a sense of nostalgia and authenticity. Bates’ evocative writing celebrates England’s rich heritage and enduring spirit, making The Face of England a timeless literary tribute.
