1855 Rare Book - Night Thoughts on Life, Death and Immortality by Edward YoungAuthor: Edward Young. Title: Night Thoughts on Life, Death and Immortality. Publisher: Philadelphia, John B. Perry, 1855. Language: Text in English. Size: 5 x 3. 5 inches. Pages: 318 pages + publisher's catalog. Binding: Attractive and very good publishers deluxe red morocco binding, lavishly gilt stamped on both boards and spine with elaborate scrollwork and a central crown motif (hinges fine, overall slightly worn and scuffed as shown) under a

The flowers are repeated on each set

including The Philosophy of Composition

Binding: Attractive and very good original publisher’s beige cloth-covered boards with a paper title label on the spine (hinges fine

the alter ego of Sir Percy Blakeney

No previous ownership marks

adding a visual narrative to Alcott’s rich storytelling

"a most beautiful specimen of workmanship" according to the New York Times

Amser's Nursling

Percy Leason is renowned for his ability to capture the essence of fantasy and enchantment

a celebrated Art Nouveau designer

capturing the delicate beauty and charm of floral myths

light toning - as shown