[Machen, Arthur]. The Anatomy of Tobacco: or Smoking Methodised, Divided, and Considered after a New Fashion. By Leolinus Silurienses. George Redway, London, 1884.

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Description: First edition of the AUTHOR'S FIRST BOOK. 86 pp. 1 vols. 8vo (7-1/2 x 5 inches). Vincent Starrett Copy of Arthur Machen's First Book. VINCENT STARRETT'S copy, signed by him on the flyleaf. Starrett, a keen reader of Machen and an assiduous correspondent, famously interpreted a vague letter of permission from Machen and pirated early journalism by Machen not once but twice: The Shining Pyramid (1923) and The Glorious Mystery (1924), both issued by Covici-McGee. Scarce, and with a redolent association. Goldstone & Sweetser 2a Parchment paper boards, cover and spine lettered in red. Covers a little soiled, lettering faded, otherwise very good plus 86 pp. 1 vols. 8vo (7-1/2 x 5 inches) First edition of the AUTHOR'S FIRST BOOK.

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