Meredith, George [1828 - 1909] — The EGOIST. A Comedy in Narrative

London: C. Kegan Paul & Co, 1879. 1st trade edition (NCBEL III, 890; Sadleir 1692). Not in Wolff. Original publisher's olive-green morocco cloth with gilt stamped spine & decorative band stamped in black. Each volume now protected by a custom-cut clear mylar wrapper. 3 volumes. 8vo. 7-5/8" x 5". Volumes a bit cocked. Modest wear, with bookplate in each volume [Arthur B. Spingarn]. Vol I with prior owner presentation inscription; hinges professionally restored. Vol II front board shows a center area of a lighter color [label removed?]. Withal, a VG set.