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The King’s Mirror is a rare first edition novel written by Anthony Hope and published in 1899. The book is a dark green hardcover volume with gilt lettering on the cover and spine, and deckled bottom edges. It has a pencil owner signature on the front end-page, but no other writing or markings in the book. Despite some minor foxing on the fore-edges, the book is in fine condition.
The novel follows the story of a young man named Rupert of Hentzau, who becomes involved in a plot to overthrow the king of Ruritania. The book is a sequel to Hope’s earlier novel, The Prisoner of Zenda, and features many of the same characters. The King’s Mirror is a thrilling adventure story filled with political intrigue, romance, and betrayal.
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The King’s Mirror, written by Anthony Hope (Anthony Hope Hawkins) , published by Methuen and Co., London, 1899. Printed in Plymouth by William Brendon and Son. A rare first edition. 311 pages plus 40 pages of publisher advertisements.
Dark green hardcover volume with gilt lettering on cover and spine. Deckled bottom edges. Pencil owner signature on front end-page, no other writing or markings in the book. There is some minor foxing on fore-edges.
The book is in a fine condition.
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Olive green hardcover volume. Minimal wear to cover and spine. Inside front cover top corner had a stamp reading “green”. Front free end paper is missing. Pre-titular page – top corner clipped, Has a mild forward tilt. Book title and author written in pencil on back inside cover. No other writing on markings in the book. Some occasional foxing present. Very good condition for its age.
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