Holograph novel, in the style of contemporary books in parts; apparently unpublished. "The accompanying pages were written solely for the amusement of a select circle of friends"--P. 833.
Date: Each part in illustrated light gray paper covers, dated between Feb. 1847 and June/July [1848].
Content: Contains illustrated t.p., 30 full-page and 1 double-page ink drawings, signed: John Crispin, besides numerous ink drawings throughout the text.
Ownership: "This work is the property of John Howard Crispin, eldest son of John Crispin, and administrator of the estate of his widow, Matilda Augusta Crispin"--Label inside back cover of portfolio.
