First Edition 1959 I Forgot To Tell You | L. E. Jones | Rupert Hart-Davis London | Memoir | Black Cloth Hardcover

L. E. Jones (Laurence Evelyn Jones)

Published by Rupert Hart-Davis, London, 1959

About this Item

Step back into the world of mid-century Britain with this distinguished First Edition of I Forgot To Tell You by L. E. Jones, published in London by the renowned Rupert Hart-Davis in 1959.

This engaging memoir is a collection of anecdotes, observations, and reflections drawn from a richly experienced life. Written with intelligence, wit, and a distinctly British sensibility, Jones offers readers an intimate glimpse into the people, places, and events that shaped his generation.

Rupert Hart-Davis was one of Britain's most respected literary publishers, known for producing high-quality biographies, memoirs, and literary works. As such, this volume represents both an appealing piece of post-war British publishing history and an enjoyable memoir in its own right.

Bound in elegant black cloth with attractive gilt lettering to the spine, the book possesses the understated sophistication characteristic of fine British book production during the 1950s. Its classic design makes it equally suitable for reading, collecting, or display.

Condition

Cover:
Original black cloth boards remain clean, square, and well preserved. Gilt lettering to the spine remains bright and clearly legible. Light signs of age and handling consistent with a book of this vintage.

Interior:
Pages are generally clean and well preserved throughout. The title page clearly displays the Rupert Hart-Davis imprint and 1959 publication date, confirming first edition status. The publisher's attractive fox colophon is present. There is a faint area of discoloration to an early preliminary page, but overall the contents remain remarkably fresh and readable.

Binding:
Sound and secure with excellent structural integrity.

Collectors' Notes:
A desirable First Edition from the prestigious Rupert Hart-Davis publishing house. An attractive example for collectors of:

A handsome and increasingly uncommon memoir that combines literary interest, historical value, and classic British book design.

Seller Inventory # 53

Bibliographic Details

• Title: First Edition 1959 I Forgot To Tell You | L. E. Jones | Rupert Hart-Davis London | Memoir | Black Cloth Hardcover
• Publisher: Rupert Hart-Davis, London
• Publication Date: 1959
• Language: English
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: Very Good
• Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket
• Dimensions: 14W x 22H x 3D centimeters 14 centimeters width by 22 centimeters height by 3 centimeters depth
• Weight: 1 kilogram
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