Richard Brinsley Sheridan — The Rivals

New York, White and Allen, 1889 . Leather. A beautifully illustrated limited edition of Richard Brinsley Sheridan's comedy of manners, illustrated by Frank M. Gregory, and signed by the publisher. Number sixty-six of one-hundred and fifty limited edition copies produced, signed by the publisher, 'White & Allen&apos.Illustrated with four full colour aquarelles, and thirty-eight further plates and head and tail pieces. Collated, complete.These illustrations are the work of American artist Frank M. Gregory.In a full crushed morocco binding, with silk doublures. Front board detached.A delightful edition of Richard Brinsley Sheridan's 1775 comedy of manners in five acts, the first play he penned while living as a newlywed in Bath, where the play is set. In a full crushed morocco binding, with extensive gilt detailing. Front board detached, but present. Rear joint starting, with board somewhat tenderly held. Rubbing to back strip raised bands and head and tail, and to board perimeters. Bright silk doublures. Internally, firmly bound. Pages exceptionally clean and bright. Good Only . Ill.: Frank M. Gregory. Good Only .