Charlotte Brontë's Shirley 1940 detective chewing on a twig that

chewing on a twig that he would presently use as a toothbrush

If you have never read Tolkien's work before this is the perfect place to start

This rare decorative edition from c1897 has wonderful illustrations and a pictorial cover

once regarded as somewhat obscure

Title: The War of the Worlds

Charlotte Brontë's Shirley 1940 detective chewing on a twig thatTitle: Shirley Author: Charlotte Bront Publisher: J. M. Dent Publication Date: 1940 Format: Hardback Condition: This book is in good condition for its age other than some minor signs of wear. Faded, worn spine, pencil drawings on endpapers, otherwise clean pages. Reader's note Add this gorgeous green and gold 1940 edition of Charlotte Bront's Shirley to your collection! This classic novel follows two women born into very different circumstances.