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Barkston Ash: The Elmete Press, 1973. xvi,69, [3]pp., one of 495 numbered copies, signed by the author, 9 paper samples (one of which is of genuine papyrus), prospectus tipped-in, orig. cloth, uncut, t.e.g. With chapters on the papyrus plant, papyrus rolls and codices, scribes and papyri, making papyrus sheets: ancient and modern techniques, practical sheet-making & the future of papyrus.

Ashling Press, Saxton. 1972. Large 8vo, xvi,69,[3]pp.,, proof presentation copy signed by Maney, one sample of genuine papyrus, specially hand-bound in Nigerian goatskin, with buckram sides, three small marks on upper cover, uncut, t.e.g. A unique proof copy printed the year before the first edition was issued. With chapters on the papyrus plant, papyrus rolls and codices, scribes and papyri, making papyrus sheets: ancient and modern techniques, practical sheet-making & the future of papyrus.

Used-Very Good. VG hardback in oatmeal cloth Signed copy. No.408 of a limited 1st edition of 495 copies, signed by A.S. Maney (editor & printer) & Ivan O'Casey, paper-maker. Hand bound in full art canvas, printed on rag mould made paper & 9 hand made papers, including a genuine papyrus. Small bookplate on front pastedown; binding tight.