Kipling, Rudyard. CITY OF DREADFUL NIGHT and Other Places Depicted by Rudyard Kipling (Allahabad: A. H. Wheeler and Co, 1891) First English edition, preceded by the Indian edition of the same year. 8vo, original printed wrappers, in cloth chemise and quarter brown morocco slipcase. [4], 108, [9]. Spine worn, wrappers worn at edges. A very good copy. EXTREMELY RARE ITEM. Written during his years in India, City of Dreadful Night was published in the popular Indian Railway Library. It describes the city of Calcutta in great detail including sections on the Police, The Railway Folk, and an Opium Factory. A fascinating glimpse of Indian city life. Price: USD 1,250.00 other currencies   order no. 2905    inquire

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