His wife was said to be his master I have been told she brought him a little money, but it cannot have been much. She was a tall, square-shouldered person (i have heard my father call her a Gothic woman) who had insisted on being married to Mr Pontifex when he was young and too good natured to say nay to any woman who wooed him. The pair had lived not unhappily together, for Mr Pontifex's temper was easy and he soon learned to bow before his wife's more stormy moods.
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His wife was said to be his master I have been told she brought him a little money, but it cannot have been much. She was a tall, square-shouldered person (i have heard my father call her a Gothic woman) who had insisted on being married to Mr Pontifex when he was young and too good natured to say nay to any woman who wooed him. The pair had lived not unhappily together, for Mr Pontifex's temper was easy and he soon learned to bow before his wife's more stormy moods.
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Very Good. Paperback A well-cared-for item that has seen limited use but remains in better than average cosmetic condition. The item is complete, and without major damage. It may have limited signs of use. Packed with care, shipped promptly.
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Good. Bonded Leather Hardcover. No date.....looks to be c.1936. Pages are clean and unmarked. Gilt top page edges. Covers (red bonded leather with gilt decoration/lettering) show light edge wear with rubbing/light scuffing. Binding is tight, hinges strong. Book has a slight musty smell from basement storage.; 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed! Ships same or next business day!
