The Tower of London – W. Harrison Ainsworth – Everyman’s Library 400 – J. M. Dent – 1941 – Original Dust Jacket

Author: William Harrison Ainsworth Title: The Tower of London Publication Details: London: J. M. Dent & Sons Ltd., 1941. Everyman’s Library, No. 400. Description: An attractive Everyman’s Library edition of William Harrison Ainsworth’s celebrated historical novel The Tower of London. First published in 1840, the novel is set principally during the turbulent reign of Queen Mary I and combines historical events, court intrigue and romance with the dark atmosphere and legends surrounding the Tower of London. Published in the Everyman’s Library series as No. 400, this copy is particularly appealing for retaining its original red illustrated dust jacket with the characteristic Everyman decorative device. Binding: Publisher’s original hardback binding with original illustrated Everyman’s Library dust jacket. Condition: Good to Very Good. The book appears well preserved. The original dust jacket is substantially complete and remains attractive, showing expected age and handling wear. There is rubbing and creasing along the edges, with several small nicks and short tears, particularly along the spine edge and at the corners. The cream title panel shows some age-toning and minor marking, while the red panels have occasional surface marks and spotting. Despite this wear, the jacket presents well and the principal lettering and illustration remain strong and clear.