The book without a name

Description:

A collection of prose sketches, some of which have appeared previously in different periodicals; Gilt letters on spine for title, "Extra illustrated," and "Paris 1841"; "Printed by E. Briere. . . ."; Front. Is a picture of Sydney Morgan by Samuel Lover; Engraving by H. B. Hall from a portrait by E. J. Harding, printed in 1844. Printed in New York by D. & J. Sadlier & Co.; Various illustrations, plates, and portrait drawings by various artists (signed and unsigned) taken from previously printed drawings and engravings; Letter (in M. E. Barry's hand?) bound in this copy after table of contents (p.vii); M. E. Barry Rare Book Collection. Special Collections, Alumnae Library, Elms College.

subjects: Women authors, Irish--19th century,  English literature,  Women--Social conditions,  Essays (English),  [M. E. Barry]--Bookplate