CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA de SMITH, Joseph - 1938

Carmel, California: Joseph Smith, 1938. First Edition. Illustrated Wrappers. Very Good. Unpaginated (38) SIGNED by Author/Artist Joeph Smith in ink on the dedication/limitation page, "Joseph J. (?) Smith Sept 18 - 1938". No. 131 of an unknown number of copies. Profusely illustrated from drawings of Carmel scenes and map by Mr. Smith. Blue wrappers with cord binding. Paper illustrated title affixed to front cover. 9 1/2" x 12 1/2". List of nominees for "Carmel's Honor Roll For Distinguished Service" on last page. Application for additional future pages inside back cover. According to the author's preface, "The object of this work is to narrate the principal events in the history of Carmel-by-the Sea, to point out and illustrate the natural attractions and beauties to those unacquainted with them, to give a summary of its art and literary background, and to outline a tour of its chief points of interest, including the most intereting shops, walks, and drives, concluding with the famous Seventeen Mile Drive." A unique look at Carmel in 1938. Scarce. Wrappers rubbed, soiled and toned; corner bent; interior fine; Very Good or better overall.