[ Printed item with ownership signature of John Carter. ] The Cardboard Court. Playing Cards Through History.

42pp., 8vo. Duplicated stapled typescript, with text on rectos only. Not illustrated. Introduction by Jones, in which he explains that 'the list is arranged chronologically under the country of origin, plus special types of cards as, for example, transformation, etc. A selected bibliography has been included for those who may wish to go into these matters more extensively.' A scholarly production, with 264 entries and four-page bibliography. Aged and worn, with printed card cover (on which a playing card has been laid down as part of design) detached and chipped. Ownership inscription at top right of front cover: 'John Carter | 1960'. Booklet advertising the Library loosely inserted.