(Seasonal) Sights in Summer

Illus. with wood engravings. 5.25x4", gilt-lettered flexible dark green cloth. First Edition. [London]: Religious Tract Society, c.1845. A darling and elegantly illustrated little book on the joys of summer in the mid-19th century, including beekeeping, haymaking, wheat, thistles, sheep-washing, and much more, through June, July and August. Owner's name and date of 1845 written at the top margin of the title page. Near fine.   (1)