Condition: Binding is generally solid, with looseness concentrated in approximately the first five opening pages/signatures near the front of the book.

1904 hardcover edition of The Canterbury Tales, rendered into modern English prose by Percy MacKaye and published by Fox, Duffield & Co., with color illustrations by Walter Appleton Clark.

Presentation inscription signed by Percy MacKaye to ‘my dear friends, the Hendersons,’ dated New York, 12 June 1904

Olive-green cloth binding with gilt lettering and inset color illustration to the front board. Includes color plates and decorative typography throughout.

Front binding is weakened, with the first several leaves/signature partially separated at the gutter; sewing is exposed in this area. The remainder of the text block appears substantially secure.

Condition: Binding is generally solid, with looseness concentrated in approximately the first five opening pages/signatures near the front of the book. The remainder of the text block appears secure. Boards show age-related edge and corner wear, with light rubbing to the spine ends. Interior shows expected age toning and the signed presentation inscription on the front endpaper.

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