By Pike and Dyke: A Tale of the Rise of the Dutch Republic

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Book is a possible first edition (1890 printed at the foot of the title page but in a special binding), by the author of "The Lion of St. Mark;" "Bonnie Prince Charlie;" "With Clive in India;" etc. A fictionalized history of Netherlands for boys featuring the adventures and brave deeds of an English boy in the household of William the Silent. Brown leather with gilt titling, raised bands and elaborate gilt decoration on spine, gilt insignia of Merchant Taylors' School on front, gilt border front and back, gilt decoration to edges of boards, marbled text block edges and end papers, black and white captioned frontispiece, black and white full-page illustrations in text, black and white map, black and white decorative panels on chapter pages. Corners and lower spine end have light wear, more significant wear to upper spine end, leather rubbed through on front near top edge and on back near upper right corner as well as in a few spots on spine edge, spine and front board are slightly faded, front board has a slight warp, top text block edge darkened, presentation bookplate from Merchant Taylors' School on end paper, binding is tight, book is clean and bright. This is a handsome book, in remarkable condition for its age. 384 pages Shipping charges are calculated for a standard parcel under 1 kg. Additional charges will apply for heavier shipments, but not until the customer agrees. Canadian customers, please note that applicable sales taxes will be added. Please contact us with any questions you might have. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. N° de ref. del artículo 012070

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