“An Almanac of Twelve Sports” is a classic book illustrated by William Nicholson. Published in 1898, it features a collection of charming and visually striking illustrations depicting various sports and outdoor activities, each corresponding to a month of the year. The book combines whimsical artwork with witty captions and verses, capturing the spirit and essence of different sports, such as tennis, hunting, skating, and more. It is a delightful and nostalgic exploration of the sporting world as it existed in the late 19th century, offering both artistic and historical value to readers and enthusiasts of sports and illustration.
An Almanac of Twelve Sports – Rudyard Kipling 1899 | Illus. William Nicholson
$495.00
- Author:
Rudyard Kipling; William Nicholson illustrator - Publisher:
R. H. Russell, NY 1899 - Binding:
Hardcover - Condition:
Very Good - Size:
4to - Attributes:
Illustrated
First edition, second printing. The first printing was published in 1898. Binding tight, boards rubbed, internally fine, unmarked. With verses by Rudyard Kipling and 12 wonderfully woodcut plates by William Nicholson printed on Japanese vellum. All plates are in pristine condition. Very good or better.
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