A charming illustrated copy of Fair Perthshire by Hamish Miles, published by John Lane The Bodley Head Ltd., London.
This beautifully produced volume explores the landscapes, history and traditions of Perthshire, one of Scotland's most celebrated counties. Written in an engaging style, the book combines historical insight with descriptions of the county's lochs, glens, towns and notable landmarks. It is enhanced with eight colour plates and seventy-six black and white illustrations by the Scottish artist John McGhie, whose artwork captures the character of Perthshire during the early twentieth century.
Presented in the original green cloth binding and retaining its original illustrated dust jacket, the book remains a very attractive example. Internally the pages are clean and complete with light, scattered foxing, mainly to the title pages. The dust jacket shows light creasing and minor edge wear consistent with age.
A desirable volume for collectors of Scottish topography, Perthshire history and illustrated travel books.
Key Information
- Title: Fair Perthshire
- Author: Hamish Miles
- Illustrator: John McGhie
- Publisher: John Lane The Bodley Head Ltd.
- Place of Publication: London
- Publication Date: c.1930s
- Edition: Early illustrated edition
- Binding: Original green cloth
- Dust Jacket: Yes – original illustrated dust jacket
- Illustrations: 8 colour plates and 76 black & white illustrations
- Language: English
- Format: Hardback
Condition Report
- Original green cloth binding in very good condition.
- Original dust jacket present with light edge wear and slight creasing.
- Binding firm and sound.
- Internally clean and complete.
- Light foxing visible to the title pages and a few preliminary leaves.
- Pages otherwise bright with no obvious inscriptions visible.
- A very presentable copy.