Possibly the first but book is undated, circa 1900. Green softcover with black lettering and houseboat scene on the Thames. Staple bound, staples a little rusty but absolutely firm. Some foxing to back cover and the odd mark. Numerous adverts including a very early one for car hire on back inside cover. A rare survival. 5 inches by 4 inches, 96 pages, 150g.

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Title: A Short Guide to the River Thames
Publisher: Launch & Boat Agency Keith Prowse & Co
Publication Date: 1900
Language: English
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: Very Good

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Blacklock's Rare Books (blacklocksrarebooks@gmail.com) was founded by Graham Dennis in 1988 from premises in Englefield Green. Since 2014 we have been dealing in rare books and expanded our specialism in polo books, prints and original artwork online. We carry the largest range of polo material in Britain. Our range of limited edition prints has grown over the years to represent the largest selection of new polo art on the market. Amongst our rare books are many sporting titles along with a considerable stock of antiquarian books from our former shop. Graham is also Archivist to Guards Polo Club.

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Blacklock's Rare Books (est 1988)
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