John Ruskin Sesame and Lilies Ariel Booklets Houghton Mifflin Leather HC- RARE

John Ruskin Sesame and Lilies Ariel Booklets Houghton Mifflin Leather HC- RARE

Antique copy of Sesame and Lilies by John Ruskin, published as part of the Ariel Booklets series by G.P. Putnam’s Sons (Knickerbocker Press), circa turn of the 20th century.

This compact volume features the classic red cloth binding with gilt decorative borders and wreath, typical of the Ariel series. Includes Ruskin’s celebrated lectures on literature, culture, and the moral education of society. A highly collectible format produced as a literary gift book.

Details:
• Author: John Ruskin
• Title: Sesame and Lilies
• Series: Ariel Booklets
• Publisher: G.P. Putnam’s Sons / Knickerbocker Press
• Era: Late 19th–early 20th century (antique, 100+ years old)
• Binding: Red cloth with gilt decoration
• Size: Approx. 5.5 inches tall

Condition:
• Antique condition consistent with age
• Edge wear, rubbing to spine and corners
• Gilt remains visible
• Binding solid
• Pages age-toned, text clean
• No l