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    By Thomas Ingoldsby; Richard H Barham
    London   Richard Bentley and Son
    9.5" by 7.5" xvi, 512pp
    A collection of short ghost stories and myths by the clergyman Richard Harris Barham, using the pen name Thomas Ingoldsby.
    By Thomas Ingoldsby; Richard H Barham

    1865 The Ingoldsby Legends Or Mirth And Marvels

    London   Richard Bentley and Son
    9.5" by 7.5" xvi, 512pp
    A collection of short ghost stories and myths by the clergyman Richard Harris Barham, using the pen name Thomas Ingoldsby.
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    Illustrated, Leather Binding

    They were first printed in the magazine Bentley's Miscellany, in 1837. Proving to be very popular indeed, they were compiled into a book, first published in 1840. They can be considered as intentionally humorous pastiches of medieval folklore. Included is the well-known poem Jackdaw of Rhiems, about a Jackdaw who steals a cardinal's ring and is made a saint. They remained popular throughout the 19th century. With many wonderful illustrations.

    Condition

    In full morocco with gilt detailing to the boards and spine. Externally smart with light shelfwear. There is foxing and light spotting here and there. The binding is starting to loosen around page 262, but is still generally firm.

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