Published 1896
by Sonnenschein in London .
Written in English
| Classifications | |
|---|---|
| LC Classifications | PR4451 .T6 1896 |
| The Physical Object | |
| Pagination | 367 p. |
| Number of Pages | 367 |
| ID Numbers | |
| Open Library | OL6911889M |
| LC Control Number | 02000271 |
| OCLC/WorldCa | 2648950 |
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