Adventurer in Spain – 1903 – S. R. Crockett – Mather Provenance – Good Condition

Author: S. R. Crockett
Year: 1903

Condition: Good – pages are intact and legible, showing expected signs of aging such as yellowing and light discoloration. There are handwritten notes and inscriptions on some pages, including markings at the top of the left page and what appears to be a date (“1914”) along with other faint, possibly erased or faded handwriting on the right page. Binding shows moderate wear, with rubbing to the spine and light edgewear on the boards. 

Provenance: From the distinguished library of William Gwinn Mather (1857–1951), Cleveland industrialist, philanthropist, and noted book collector. This copy is further distinguished by its Mather provenance and by the handwritten notes and dated inscriptions found within, offering a glimpse into its history of ownership and use.

Description:
Published in 1903, Adventurer in Spain reflects S. R. Crockett’s gift for blending adventure, travel, and romance with vivid descriptive detail. His depictions of Spanish landscapes, traditions, and human encounters embody the late Victorian and Edwardian fascination with travel literature.

Features:

• 1903 edition by S. R. Crockett

• Good condition with age-appropriate wear and handwritten notations

• Pages show yellowing/discoloration consistent with age

• From the library of William Gwinn Mather, Cleveland industrialist and philanthropist

• A collectible work of Edwardian travel and adventure literature

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