The Best After-Dinner Stories – Folio Society 2003 Hardcover Slipcase

The Best After-Dinner Stories
Folio Society Hardcover Edition

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About This Book

This is the 2003 Folio Society edition of The Best After-Dinner Stories, a beautifully presented anthology edited and introduced by Tim Heald. The collection gathers a curated selection of short stories, speeches and anecdotes from some of literature's finest writers — Geoffrey Chaucer, William Shakespeare, Charles Dickens, P.G. Wodehouse, Mark Twain, Winston Churchill and more — chosen for their wit, humour and appeal as entertainment for sharing and savouring over dinner or in quiet moments of reading.

This second printing is bound in full cloth hardcover, illustrated throughout by Paul Cox, and comes complete with its original dark burgundy protective slipcase. It represents the hallmark Folio Society commitment to high production standards: carefully chosen paper (Clan Bookwove, printed and bound by The Bath Press), elegant design, and thoughtful editorial presentation. The book is very good condition with only light shelf wear, making it an excellent addition to any collection of fine editions or a gift for lovers of classic literature and short fiction.

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Details

TitleThe Best After-Dinner Stories
Editor / IntroducerTim Heald
IllustratorPaul Cox
PublisherThe Folio Society
Publication Year2003
Edition2nd Printing
FormatHardcover
BindingFull cloth hardcover
PaperClan Bookwove
PrinterThe Bath Press
SlipcaseYes — original dark burgundy
LanguageEnglish
ContentsShort stories, speeches & anecdotes — classic literature anthology
Dust JacketNo
Signed / InscribedNo
Country of OriginUnited Kingdom
Condition GradeVery Good

Condition Report

Very Good. The hardcover binding is firm and solid; the cloth covering shows only light shelf wear and minor age-related toning consistent with a book now over two decades old. The protective slipcase exhibits minimal wear. The interior pages are crisp and clean throughout; Paul Cox's black and burgundy line illustrations remain sharp and vivid. There are no marks, stamps, writing or dedication inscriptions noted. The binding holds the book securely and the pages lie flat. This is a sound, collectible copy of a Folio Society edition in the condition you would expect from a well-cared-for library item.

Why This Book?

  • Folio Society Craftsmanship. A premium publisher known for elegant design, quality paper and careful production — this 2003 edition exemplifies those values with its full-cloth binding, hand-finished illustrations, and protected presentation case.
  • Curated Anthology. Edited by Tim Heald with stories from literary giants including Chaucer, Shakespeare, Dickens, P.G. Wodehouse and Mark Twain — an intelligent, varied collection designed for leisurely, rewarding reading.
  • Complete with Slipcase. The original dark burgundy protective case is included, enhancing both the preservation and visual appeal of the book, and reflecting its status as a collectible fine edition.
  • Beautifully Illustrated. Paul Cox's line drawings bring warmth and visual character to every story, making the book as engaging to look at as it is to read.
  • Excellent Condition. Very Good — light shelf wear only, with no writing, stamps or damage to mar its appeal. A solid reading and display copy that will last.
  • Ideal Gift or Collection Addition. Perfect for collectors of Folio Society editions, bibliophiles, lovers of classic short fiction, or anyone who values fine books and the art of storytelling.

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