Physical description
307 p. : ill. ; bound in calico which is printed with product advertisements.
Publication type
fiction
Inscriptions & markings
Inscribed in ink: 'Free Library/ Linton'.
Book derives from book bindery of T. Craig, Melbourne (in operation 1892-c.1905). Bookbinder's details, 'T. Craig, 268 Post Office Place, Melbourne' printed on front end-paper.
Front cover advertises Mariwari Ceylon Tea ; back cover advertises Robert Harper & Co. Empire Cocoa Essence. Advertisements are examples of nineteenth century advertising, and illustrate the use of books to cross-promote a range of products.
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References
- Hubber, Brian. Significance assessment of the book collection of the Linton Free Library. Report commissioned by the Linton & District Historical Society, 2013.
