Quarterbound leather with faded marbled paper which seems to have been laid down over part of the leather which has darkened areas of the paper (see scan). Gilt title on spine with non-raised, gilt bands. Book is square and hinges are secure, thoughthere is a small slit on the front right spine edge. Much edge and corner wear. ; Frontispiece Engraving, B&W; Large 8vo 9" - 10" tall; 873 pages; Large collection of letters by British writers.