1939 Penguin Guide Kent Sussex Surrey – A Rare First Edition for Collectors
The 1939 Penguin Guide Kent Sussex Surrey is a charming and increasingly hard-to-find first edition travel guide, written by L. Russell Muirhead and S. E. Winbolt and published by Penguin Books. For collectors of vintage Penguin paperbacks, pre-war guidebooks, or local history, this is the kind of piece that brings real character to a shelf.
More than just a book, it offers a glimpse into Kent, Sussex and Surrey as they were seen in 1939 — their towns, landscapes, routes, landmarks and cultural details captured on the eve of a changing world. It is ideal for anyone who enjoys historical travel writing, regional heritage, or the distinctive design of early Penguin Guides.
This paperback is in good condition for its age, with the maps and flaps all present, making it especially appealing to serious collectors. Its honest signs of age add to its authenticity and vintage appeal, rather than taking away from its value.
Rare 1939 first edition Penguin Guide
Covers Kent, Sussex and Surrey
Written by L. Russell Muirhead and S. E. Winbolt
Published by Penguin Books
Maps and flaps all in place
Good condition for age
Excellent for collectors of vintage Penguin books, travel guides and local history
If you are building a meaningful Penguin collection or searching for a distinctive piece of South East England history, this rare guide is a wonderful find worth securing while available.
