First edition. Illustrated by S. Eytinge, Jr. [1] - 23 pp. 1 vols. 12mo. Original orange wrappers, slightly soiled; otherwise fine. Bookplate of Henry C. Taylor. In a quarter brown morocco slipcase with chemise. BAL 7739; Merle Johnson "Highspot".

Item #226426

John Hay's first book which was preceded by some broadsides only. A career diplomat, he served early in his as Lincoln's secretary during the Civil War. In uncommonly fine condition.