London, Paris, New York: Cassell and Company, 1912. Hardcover. Known best for his plays, George Richard Sims (1847 - 1922) was also an editor, journalist, and poet. In his preface, he states: "That no detail may be lacking, no phase overlooked, our writers have been selected for their intimate knowledge of the subjects allotted to them. Many of the names are household words in the literature and journalism of to-day. All have loyally borne in mind the particular purpose of our task. That purpose is to present for the first time to the English speaking public a complete and comprehensive survey of the myriad human atoms which make up this ever-changing kaleidoscope, the mightiest capital the world has ever seen - Living London in the reign of King Edward the Seventh." With over 450 illustrations. Contributions from multiple authors addressing a variety of subjects: London Barracks, music, clubs, art, midnight London, athletics, House of Lords, waterside, and much more. Bound in three quarter brown leather over blue cloth covered boards with gilt titles to spines. Wear and treated red-rot to spines leather. Minor soiling and rubbing to boards. Front hinge of first volume is starting. Bumping to bottom front cover of second volume. Minor loss to leather on corner tips. Clean, bright interiors. Size: Quartos. This set may require an additional shipping fee due to weight. Volume I: 384 pages; Volume II: 384 pages; Volume III: 383 pages. ENG/112122. Very Good.

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