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Laurie Loring 1874 Stella and the Priest D. Lothrop Blue Floral Cloth - Used. Author: Laurie Loring. Overall: Used antique book (circa 1874). Cover: Original blue cloth with white floral decoration and gilt/colored title label on the spine. Cover & spine: Original cloth shows general rubbing, light soiling and scuffing; bumped corners; wear and small cloth loss at the top spine end; gilt/colored spine label is legible but rubbed. Laurie Loring — Stella and the Priest; or, The Star of Rockburn (D. Lothrop, 1874) Author: Laurie Loring Publisher: D. Lothrop Company, Boston (copyright page dated 1874) Format: Clothbound hardcover, illustrated, approx. 340 pages Cover: Original blue cloth with white floral decoration and gilt/colored title label on the spine. Illustrations: Black-and-white engraved plates and chapter decorations (see photos). Size (book): Approx. 8.0 x 5.25 x 1.25 inches. Condition Overall: Used antique book (circa 1874). Sold as-is — please review all photos carefully. Cover & spine: Original cloth shows general rubbing, light soiling and scuffing; bumped corners; wear and small cloth loss at the top spine end; gilt/colored spine label is legible but rubbed. Interior pages: Pages are age-toned and browned with scattered foxing/spotting typical of 19th-century paper. There is a small chip at the top corner of the title page and light edge wear on several leaves. Endpapers & inscription: Front endpaper bears a pencil owner inscription and light pencil marks (previous owner's name visible in photos — not transcribed here). Binding: Binding remains intact but inner hinge and front endpapers show separation/weakness; pages remain attached in current photos but hinge is fragile. Included One (1) copy of "Stella and the Priest; or, The Star of Rockburn" by Laurie Loring — clothbound hardcover, illustrated. No dust jacket; no additional inserts or ephemera unless pictured. Seller notes: Attractive Victorian decorative cloth binding with illustrated plates — a good piece for collectors, display, reading, or conservation. Condition is consistent with age; recommended for buyers who understand antique book condition. Photos show the exact item. If you need additional images or measurements, message me before purchase. Packed shipping estimate: Packed size ~9 x 6 x 2 inches; estimated shipping weight ~1.25 lb. 📋 Item Specifications Topic: Stella and the Priest Author: Laurie Loring Publisher: D. Lothrop Company Binding: Cloth Subject: Juvenile Fiction Special Attributes: Decorative cloth Language: English Brand: Unbranded Material: Cloth