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    By Andrew Lang
    London   Field & Tuer, The Leadenhall Press; Simpkin, Marshall, Hamilton, Kent & Co LTD
    6.5" by 5" [2], 95pp
    First edition of this riveting lecture on writing styles given by Lang at the South Kensington Museum.
    By Andrew Lang

    1890 How to Fail in Literature: A Lecture

    London   Field & Tuer, The Leadenhall Press; Simpkin, Marshall, Hamilton, Kent & Co LTD
    6.5" by 5" [2], 95pp
    First edition of this riveting lecture on writing styles given by Lang at the South Kensington Museum.
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    An Important Work, First Edition, Publishers' Original Binding

    A first edition of a lecture given by Andrew Lang at the South Kensington Museum, reworked and augmented for print. The author provides amusing stylistic advice for writers, discussing tropes associated with literary forms such as the lullaby and ghost tale. Lang was a Scottish poet, novelist, and literary critic, and whilst he is better known for his work on folklore, this work provides a humorous account of the biggest mistakes writers can make. Publisher's paper wraps. Three pages of publisher's adverts to the rear.

    Condition

    Publisher's paper wraps. Externally, generally smart. Minor bumping to the extremities. Some slight wear to the spine, with a little loss to the head and tail, mostly to the tail. Light marks to the wraps. Rear hinge is slightly tender but firm. Light offsetting to the rear endpaper. Blind stamp to the rear endpaper. Internally firmly bound. Pages generally bright and clean with the occasional spot.

    Very Good

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