Kenneth Grahame — The Headswoman

New York and London, John Lane: The Bodley Head , 1898. First edition. Paperback. An uncommon first edition of Kenneth Grahame's witty novella about an executioner, issued as part of the 'Bodley Booklet' series. The uncommon first edition. Number five of the 'Bodley Booklets' series. Rebacked, with the front cover of the original wraps laid down. Bound with the original endpapers, blanks and half title. This satirical novella, set in a quaint medieval town, unfolds the story of Jeanne, a young woman who steps into the unconventional role of the town's executioner. From British writer of children's classic The Wind in the Willows, Kenneth Grahame. Rebacked, with the front cover of the original wraps laid down. Externally, toning to the original front wrap and a couple minor losses to its corners. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are generally bright and clean, with toning to the endpapers and blanks and the odd spot. Very Good . Ill.: None. Very Good .