Gilbert, W.S. (1836-1911) W.S. Gilbert's Original Plays. First Series -SIGNED Presentation CopyA highly uncommon presentation copy from the English dramatist and librettist best known for his 14 comic operas written in collaboration with composer Arthur Sullivan. 242 pp., 32 pp. publisher's catalogue dated March 1898 at rear. Containing "The Wicked World," "Pygmalion and Galatea," "Charity," "The Princess," "The Palace of Truth," and "Trial by Jury." Original illustrated green cloth binding, printed in gold and black. Corners very lightly