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Twenty-four books from the library of Richard Blake Brown, many annotated and with his ownership inscription

Description

A large collection of twenty-four books from the library of Richard Blake Brown, most with his inscription, or gifted between Blake Brown and his friend Clive Simpson. Including five works by Blake Brown (RBB), and works by others in his literary circle, such as Denton Welch, Diana Cooper, Oliver Onions and Ronald Firbank; and three works showing his interest in the extravagant King Ludwig II of Bavaria. Inscribed and many with the addition of notes and commentary, providing insight into his life and circle. His works being: The Apology of a Young ex-Parson, with ownership inscription of Simpson, lacking wrapper, spine and boards heavily discoloured; A Broth of a Boy in (sunned and worn) wrapper, no inscriptions; 1938 Mr. Prune on Cotswold, first ed with notes, RBB’s library stamps, pictures and reviews pasted in, and inscribed ‘ RBB Personal & Lending Copy 1940’, heavily tape repaired to the spine; 1959 Bright Glades, inscribed to CS; and 1957 Yet Trouble Came, inscribed to CS and signed to title page. Works by other authors of his circle, including Denton Welch, Oliver Onions, Diana Cooper, and Ronald Firbank, as well as three works denoting his obsession with Ludwig II of Bavaria. Inscribed and many with the addition of photographs and commentary; the collection generally in fair to good condition, with some dust and mould damage, losses and significant fading to wrappers (some lacking wrappers), and evidence of having been well-thumbed and used by Blake Brown. Full condition report for each volume and further information available, please request via email. A remarkable collection of works from the author's own collection, with extensive associations to other important authors of the day

Price

£3500.00