THE BEST OF BRITISH PLUCK
Written by Philip Warner
Published by Book Club Associates
in 1977
THE BEST OF BRITISH PLUCK
Written by Philip Warner.
Stock no. 2113275
1977.
Hardback.
Large format.
Slightly better than very good condition in a slightly better than very good dustwrapper.
A portrait of the Boy's Own Paper. Articles from the earlier years when the magazine had its widest-ranging appeal. Recreating the vigorous spirit for which the Boy's Own Paper became a household name. Large format. Red boards, gilt title to spine. B/w illustrations. Some light wear to top and tail of spine. Inscription in ink to front endpaper. Pale page edge browning. Wrapper is edge-creased, with a couple of tiny nicks.