Algernon Blackwood — By Underground

Oxford, Basil Blackwell, [1930]. First edition. Hardback. A smart first edition of this very scarce fantasy tale by Algernon Blackwood. The first edition of this very scarce work.In the original glassine bag, in a good condition.A charming and fantastical tale for children by Algernon Blackwood, following a young girl as she explored a magical London with her parent's gardener.Illustrated with in-text illustrations throughout by Ruth Cobb.Blackwood was a leading author, broadcaster, and journalist, known for being one of the most prolific ghost story writers in the history of the genre.Undated, dated from Jisc from a copy held at the British Library. In the original publisher's paper covered boards, with a pictorial onlay to the front board. Externally, smart. Front board is bowed. Spine is a little faded. Only a few very light marks to the boards. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are bright and clean. Glassine bag is worn with chips and tears, in a good condition. Near Fine . Ill.: Ruth Cobb. Near Fine .