Broom Sticks and Other Tales

$33

1925 edition. Hardcover has some minor wear along the sides, scuffs and marks. No dust jacket. Spine has some wear on the top and bottom. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.

A delightful 1925 edition of Walter de la Mare’s “Broom Sticks and Other Tales,” this volume showcases the renowned English author’s mastery of the supernatural and the macabre. Published during the golden age of ghost stories, these tales transport readers to a world where reality and imagination intertwine. Despite minor wear and the absence of a dust jacket, this well-preserved book exudes vintage charm and literary significance, making it a prized find for collectors and readers alike.

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1925 edition. Hardcover has some minor wear along the sides, scuffs and marks. No dust jacket. Spine has some wear on the top and bottom. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.

This 1925 edition of “Broom Sticks and Other Tales” by Walter de la Mare is a delightful find for collectors and readers alike. De la Mare, a renowned English poet and novelist, was a master of the supernatural and the macabre, and this collection of short stories showcases his unique talent for blending the fantastical with the everyday. Published during the golden age of ghost stories, these tales are infused with a sense of wonder and mystery that transports readers to a world where the boundaries between reality and imagination blur.

The book’s well-preserved condition, with clean pages and a secure binding, is a testament to its enduring appeal and the care with which it has been handled over the years. Despite the absence of a dust jacket and some minor wear on the hardcover and spine, this volume exudes a certain charm that only enhances its vintage allure. Collectors will appreciate the opportunity to own a piece of literary history, while readers will delight in immersing themselves in de la Mare’s captivating tales of the supernatural and the uncanny.

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