John Julius Norwich — A Christmas Cracker: Being a Commonplace Selection

London, Privately Printed , 1975-2018. First edition. Paperback. A brilliant assortment of John Julius Norwich's 'Christmas Crackers', seven of which are signed. Offering an assortment of thirty-nine volumes, seven of which are signed (1977, 1978, 1981, 1985, 1990, 1994 and 1996).In the original colourful, decorative wraps. 1986 volume is held in the original envelope.These pamphlets were produced annually by John Julius Norwich, an English popular historian, travel writer and television personality. The 'Christmas Crackers' were compiled from whatever attracted Norwich, including letters, diaries, poems, indexes from biographies and word games. This set spans from 1975 to his final 'Christmas Cracker' in 2018, which was corrected from his hospital bed before he passed. Lacking years 1976, 1979, and 1982-84. In the publisher's original decorative wraps. 1986 held in the original envelope, with pink label. Externally, very smart. With the author's signature to the covers of 1977, 1978, 1981, 1985, 1990, 1994 and 1996, and another contemporary ink inscription to the front cover of 1975. With marks to the wraps of 1975 and 1977, otherwise set is very smart with minimal signs of wear. Internally, firmly bound with bright and clean pages. Very Good Indeed . Ill.: None. Very Good Indeed .