Edward Garnett — Papa&Apos;S War & Other Satires

London, The Herald , 1918 . First edition. Hardback. A presentation copy with a signed letter from the author of this collection of satirical stories by Edward Garnett. The first edition, dated using Jisc from copies of the work held at the British Library. The author's presentation copy, inscribed to 'H. G. Maurice from the author' dated 1919. With a letter from the author loosely inserted; 'Dear Maurice, The enclosed satires will not be to your way of thinking but I send you a copy in acknowledgement of your kindness', signed from Edward Garnett and dated 1919. This collection is comprised of twenty-two satirical short stories from English writer, critic and editor, Edward Garnett. These stories originally appeared in various British periodicals, although this is the first time they appear together in book form. Bound in the publisher's original paper-covered boards. Externally, very good indeed, with light rubbing to the extremities and to the head and tail of the spine. Small tears to the head and tail of the joints. The odd mark to boards. Offsetting to endpapers. Internally, firmly bound. Pages bright and clean with the authors inscription to the title page. Very Good Indeed . Ill.: None. Very Good Indeed .