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On Jargon

Author: Quiller-Couch, Sir Arthur
ISBN #: B0008B8B2K
Price: $20.00
Publisher: J. K. Eaton
Publisher Location: Boston
Book Condition: Good
Pub Date: 1927
tips and edges worn, offsetting to covers, a closed tear to page 15, a few finger marks. "The fifth in a series of twelve lectures by Professor Quiller-Couch published by G.P Putnam's Son, New York, (1916) under the title of 'The Art Of Writing.' We hope this reprint will serve a pleasant and useful purpose among our customers and friends." A special edition, scarce in this state. Quite amusing. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Hard Cover. From Wikipedia: "Sir Arthur Thomas Quiller-Couch (21 November 1863 – 12 May 1944) was a Cornish writer who published using the pseudonym Q. Although a prolific novelist, he is remembered mainly for the monumental publication The Oxford Book Of English Verse 1250–1900 (later extended to 1918) and for his literary criticism. He influenced many who never met him..." Books and other items ship promptly with a tracking number and (generally over $15.00) jacket protectors if applicable. Clean recycled packing material will be used when possible. The Book Shed has a been a member of the Vermont Antiquarian Bookseller's Association since 1997. An online bookseller with a bookshop sensibility!