Description

Karl Robert Langewiesche Verlag, 1924. Softcover, 128pp; 27 x 19 cm. Text in German 188 bis 215. Tausend. 122 full-page black and white photographic plates depicting German landscapes, architecture, and cultural landmarks. In good+ condition. Ornate Art Nouveau (Jugendstil) design paper covers. Light bumping and creasing to edges and corners of covers; mild overall toning and light fading along top edge. Binding sound. Contemporary gift inscription in German on dedication page dated Aachen, 15 February 1925; otherwise, pages are unmarked with mild age-toning. Part of the "Die Blauen Bücher" (The Blue Books) series. Includes introductory poem by Friedrich Rückert, a dedication page, and detailed annotations for each photograph (pp. 114-128).