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Author: Henry Milner Rideout. Harold M. Brett, illustrator.
Title: Dragon's Blood.
Publisher: Boston and New York, Houghton Mifflin Company, The Riverside Press Cambridge, 1909. First Edition.
Language: Text in English
Size: 7.5" X 5.5".
Pages: 270 pages.
Binding: Attractive and very good dark full-cloth binding with orange and teal dragon design and titles on the spine and front cover. The cover features an intricate illustration of a dragon coiled around a circular emblem (hinges fine, overall slightly worn and scuffed - as shown) under a protective removable mylar cover. 
Content: Very good content (bright, tight, and clean, rare light foxing or staining - as shown, tear to the lower margin of page 76 nicely repaired by a previous owner - as shown).
Illustrations: Complete with the map and the 4 black-and-white illustrations depicting scenes from the narrative by Harold M. Brett.

Estimate: (USD 150 - USD 200).

The book: The Rare First Edition of Dragon's Blood by Henry Milner Rideout is an early 20th-century novel rich in adventure and exotic locales. The story follows Rudolph Hackett, a young American in China, seeking fortune and the mythical Dragon's Blood. His quest leads to dangerous encounters with bandits, treacherous terrains, and political intrigue. Themes of bravery, loyalty, and cultural clashes are explored, culminating in a gripping conclusion. The elaborate cover design and detailed illustrations make it a collector's item. First published by Houghton Mifflin Company in 1909, it showcases the high-quality production typical of the publisher.

The author: Henry Milner Rideout (1877-1927) was an American author known for his adventure novels set in foreign lands. His works often featured exotic settings and thrilling plots, capturing the imagination of readers in the early 20th century. Rideout's writing is noted for its vivid descriptions and fast-paced narratives.

The illustrator: Harold Mathews Brett (1880-1955) was an American illustrator and artist known for his work in books and periodicals. His illustrations in Dragon's Blood bring the story to life, showcasing his talent for capturing the essence of adventure and drama through his art.