A scarce first issue dated 1916, with red George and the Dragon illustration to front cover. Publisher's wraps bound with string. Some age-toning to covers, corners very lightly curled, edges untrimmed resulting in protrusion. Binding is strong and pages remain bright, without spots or significant handling marks. One spot of residue to inner rear cover. Illustrated with five engravings by Eric Gill. A very scarce example of the true first issue, published during Gill's formative years spent in Ditchling.