1953 Companion Book Club 12 Hardback Set Vintage Decorative Books Inserts

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€71 · Offered by eBay

Vintage collection of 12 Companion Book Club hardback books, dating from 1953 and offered together as an attractive matching decorative set. The books feature the distinctive patterned bindings associated with the Companion Book Club, with a variety of complementary colours and decorative spine panels. The collection includes works by a range of authors and is particularly attractive when displayed together on a bookshelf, making it suitable both for readers and for vintage interior styling. Also included are original Companion Book Club paper inserts/publications, an interesting addition to the collection and a reminder of the original subscription book-club system through which these editions were distributed. Condition varies between volumes, with expected age-related wear. Several books show rubbing, fading, marks, losses and wear to the decorative spine coverings and edges. Pages may show age toning and occasional spotting or marks. Please study all photographs carefully as they form an important part of the condition description. An appealing group of original 1950s British book-club editions, ideal for a vintage library, bookshelf display, interior styling, film or theatre props, or general collecting. International buyers, please contact us for shipping quote. Reference: 347

  • Publisher: The Companion Book Club, London
  • Year: 1953
  • Binding: Hardcover
  • Condition: Very Good

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