~ History of Portsmouth by William Gates – original 1900 half leather edition ~
Original 1900 first edition. Written by William Gates. Published in the High Street, Portsmouth by Charpentier .
People subscribed to 15 monthly instalments and then, if desired, had them bound in a choice of bindings. This one is particularly nice with a half leather binding and gilt title lettering. A wonderfully detailed chronological history of the city from earliest times to the date of publication.
A large, heavy book. 734pp with b/w illustration.
~ Dimensions ~
It measures approximately 23cm x 28cm.
~ Condition ~
Excellent binding. A few patches of wear to the leather, and a bit of discolouration to the free endpapers. Still very good overall.