D. M. Thomas — The Devil and the Floral Dance
London, Robson Books, 1978. First edition. Hardback. First edition of this illustrated work telling the story of the ancient Cornish town of Helston on one special day. First edition of this work. The illustrated story of the Flora - Day of the Flowers - in the ancient Cornish town of Helston. Legend says that the Flora was begun to celebrate the victory of St Michael over the Devil. Written by Donald Michael Thomas, a British poet, novelist, biographer and playwright. Illustrated by John Astrop, an astrologer, lecturer and children's book illustrator. Hardback. Externally excellent with minor shelf wear. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are very bright and clean throughout with slight age toning to the extremities. Very Good Indeed . Ill.: John Astrop. Very Good Indeed .
