The Shadow of a Titan by A.F. Wedgwood, published by Duckworth and Co. in 1910 (reprint, July 1910). This early 20th-century novel is a British colonial adventure set in a fictional African state, rich with themes of diplomacy, rebellion, and morality. It follows Major Waring as he becomes entangled in local and imperial tensions, making it a compelling period narrative.
This book was first published in May 1910, with this reprint occurring just a couple of months later in July 1910. The book is part of a series from Duckworth & Co. and showcases the original green cloth binding, with gold lettering to the spine.
This book retains its historical charm, with the unique publisher’s cloth from the first edition (which can bring up to £400), and an early 20th-century feel, making it a notable collectible. In good condition with a few signs of age and use, including some wear to the spine and the page edges, it remains a lovely example of early 20th-century publishing.
A solid addition to any collection of early historical works or Wedgwood’s literary legacy.