Tennessee's Partner by Bret Harte. 38 pages. Luxurious fine press edition of Harte's famous 1869 California Gold Rush short story.  

The volume features a striking photogravure frontispiece illustrated by prominent artist Albertine Randall Wheelan. The image depicts a rugged California mining landscape that mirrors the tone of the story. It is protected by a tissue guard printed with a descriptive title.

Issued as the second volume in Paul Elder’s celebrated "Western Classics" series, this specific printing represents a high-water mark for the American Arts and Crafts bookmaking movement on the West Coast.

This is a strictly limited edition of 1,000 copies printed upon premium Fabriano handmade paper imported from Italy.

Published 1907 by Paul Elder, San Francisco. Very good condition. Bright cover, firm binding, strong hinges and clean text.