In the Footprints of Charles Lamb, by Benjamin Ellis Martin, Richard Bentley and Son, 1891

In the Footprints of Charles Lamb, by Benjamin Ellis Martin, is a richly illustrated literary topography tracing the life and world of Charles Lamb through the places associated with him. First published in 1891, the work combines biography, travel, and literary appreciation, guiding the reader through London and beyond while evoking the atmosphere of Lamb’s circle and the enduring charm of his essays.

Enhanced by illustrations from Herbert Railton and John Fulleylove, and with a bibliography by E. D. North, the volume reflects the late Victorian enthusiasm for literary pilgrimage and offers an engaging visual and textual tribute to one of England’s most beloved essayists.

In the Footprints of Charles Lamb, by Benjamin Ellis Martin. Illustrated by Herbert Railton and John Fulleylove. With a Bibliography by E.D. North.

Published by Richard Bentley and Son, London. 1891 first edition.

A handsome volume bound with deep teal leather spine and corners. With ruled gilt  decoration, and raised bands to spine with gilt tooling. With marbled paper over boards with some scuffing. Soundly bound. Covers with some wear and mild bumping. Joints are a little rubbed. Leather to spine is slightly darkened.

Provenance: Attractive bookplate to first pastedown from George G Stevenson depicting a maritime scene.

With marbled endpapers. Shiny gilt top edge.

Text is good throughout - bright and clean with all illustrations present as called for.

Text in English.

Prelims + 193pp + Plates.