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Five Magic Blow Books. German and English, 1880s. https://www.liveauctioneers.com/item/36644859_five-magic-blow-books-german-and-english-1880s

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[Blow Books] Group of Five Magic Blow Books. German and English, ca. 1880s. Pictorial wrappers. Three containing identical contents but with different wrappers; of these, two contain German instructions; the fourth and fifth smaller in size but of a similar style and date. 12mo – 16mo. One front wrapper separated at spine, with other wear consistent with age and material, but good overall.

Potter & Potter

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Date:
2015-05-31

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