Written In English
This antique 1908 edition of The Great Tone-Poets by Frederick Crowest is a beautifully bound Edwardian music biography book, featuring short, engaging memoirs of the greatest classical composers including Mozart, Beethoven, Bach, and more. Published by Macmillan and Co. of London, this edition was awarded as a school prize and is housed in a luxurious full navy leather binding with intricate gilt decoration on the spine and covers. The front board proudly displays the gold-stamped seal of Howell's Glamorgan County School, and the marbled endpapers and page edges add a refined decorative touch. Inside the front cover is the original school prize label, awarded in 1914 to a student for excellence in music. A true collector’s piece, this book bridges musical history with the tradition of academic achievement and fine craftsmanship. Whether you’re a music lover, antique book collector, or interior stylist, this volume brings elegance and cultural depth to any space. Its decorative appeal makes it equally suited for gifting, display, or study.
Condition:
This 1908 prize binding edition is in very good condition. The full navy leather cover is clean and sturdy, with bright gilt tooling on the spine and edges that remains crisp and eye-catching. Minor shelf wear is visible at the corners and spine ends. The original marbled page edges and matching endpapers are vibrant and well-preserved, with light spotting appropriate for its age. The binding is sound and the interior pages are clean, showing mild age toning. The original Howell’s School prize label, dated October 26, 1914, is intact and legible. Overall, this is a visually stunning and well-cared-for example of a fine Edwardian prize-bound book.
