Sims Reed Rare Books

First editon, limited to 1000 copies. Typography and original wrappers, designed by Vít Obrtel. Fine typographical cover design by Obrtel, with black lettering and a blue circle, the latter repeated on the title page.

pp. 55, (2). 8vo. (204 x 126 mm). Original printed wrappers.

#45428

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