Kemp, E. B. L. — Book of Rhymes

Belfast, Ireland, Self-published by the author, printed by W. & G. Baird, 1912. First Edition. Hardcover. Size: 24mo 5" - 6" tall. Uber-scarce in the trade, there being currently no additional copies available on-line that are DOUBLE-SIGNED, signed first by the author at title page, "To Lady Whitla with kind regards from E.B.L. Kemp," and then Lady Whitla gave it away later, "To the Right Hon. Samuel (?) Cunningham with Lady Whitla's kind regards," dated November 1924. Lady Whitla was the wife of Sir William Whitla, physician, benefactor, biblical enthusiast. A handsome little copy, bound in green buckram cloth, sharp and distinct gilt lettering to front cover, and decorated endpapers. 111 pp.Member, I.O.B.A., C.B.A., and adherent to the highest ethical standards. . Signed by Author. . Near Fine