British periodical Leisure Hour 1864 full year many wood engravings color plates
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The Leisure Hour. A Family Journal of Instruction and Recreation. 1864.
London, Paternoster Row.
pp. 844. Profusion of wood engravings throughout, 12 color lithographed plates.
Period 1/2 leather binding, gilt raised bands, contrasting morocco title label, marbled covers. Contents sound, clean & tight. Binding very well preserved, leather supple, gilt bright, pleasing book.
Fascinating assortment of articles and images corresponding to a very detailed index.
Book measures: 11 1/8" H X 8" W.
[V1665].