Holbrook Jackson — William Morris: Craftsman-Socialist

London, A. C. Fifield , 1908. First edition. Cloth. A signed first edition of this charming biographical study of William Morris, from British journalist and leading bibliophile Holbrook Jackson. Signed by the author to the front free endpaper. An uncommon first edition of this work. In the publisher's quarter cloth, with paper covered boards. With a wartime portrait photograph tipped-in to the front paste down. An affectionate biography of William Morris, an eminent textile designer and socialist activist associated with the British Arts and Crafts movement. Covering his childhood, Oxford days, craftsmanship, socialism, and last years.Written by George Holbrook Jackson, a prolific journalist, writer and publisher who is recognised as one of the leading bibliophiles of his time. This is one of several of his works dedicated to Morris. In the publisher's quarter cloth, with paper covered boards. Externally, very smart, with mild rubbing and bumping to the extremities. Fading to the spine. With a wartime portrait photograph tipped-in to the front paste down. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are bright, with a few scattered spots throughout, heaviest to the first few pages. Very Good . Ill.: None. Very Good .