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Geisha: The Secret History of a Vanishing World
Geisha: The Secret History of a Vanishing World by Lesley Downer, published by Headline Book Publishing in 2000. This hardcover is a first edition, first printing, as confirmed by the “First published in 2000” statement and complete number line ending in 1.
Downer's illustrated nonfiction history explores the cultural and social world of Japan's geisha, including the tradition's development, artistic practices, customs, and place in Japanese society. It offers historical context while addressing misconceptions that have shaped popular Western portrayals of geisha.
This copy is flat signed by Lesley Downer on the title page. The hardcover and dust jacket are graded Very Good by the seller, and the dust jacket is now protected with clear removable plastic. The photographed representative interior spread appears clean in the visible area and includes a colour image with accompanying text.
Please review all photographs carefully, as they form part of the description and show the actual copy being offered.
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Geisha: The Secret History of a Vanishing World by Lesley Downer, published by Headline Book Publishing in 2000. This hardcover is a first edition, first printing, as confirmed by the “First published in 2000” statement and complete number line ending in 1.
Downer's illustrated nonfiction history explores the cultural and social world of Japan's geisha, including the tradition's development, artistic practices, customs, and place in Japanese society. It offers historical context while addressing misconceptions that have shaped popular Western portrayals of geisha.
This copy is flat signed by Lesley Downer on the title page. The hardcover and dust jacket are graded Very Good by the seller, and the dust jacket is now protected with clear removable plastic. The photographed representative interior spread appears clean in the visible area and includes a colour image with accompanying text.
Please review all photographs carefully, as they form part of the description and show the actual copy being offered.
