I am reaching out to the blogosphere in search of a rare book. I am looking for the following title:
"Over the garden wall. A Story of Racing and Romance"
Author: Eleanore Byng (Viscountess Torrington)
London, England
288 Pages
May 16, 1924
Published by Hutchinson & Co.
WHY? The Author who is known to me as Eleanor Souray is my father's great aunt on his mother's side. So my great-great aunt. She was born in 1880 in Long Ditton, Surrey and died in London, England Dec 8, 1931.
I will dedicate an upcoming series of blogs to her interesting life as an actress, "Gaiety Girl". Post card beauty, Horsewoman and "Lady" marrying George Byng, 9th Viscount Torrington.
If anyone has a copy of this book or knows where I can get one please leave me a comment.
Thank You!
I too am looking for the book. I had it but since moving it may have been gotten rid of. I had never read it. Eleanor was my great grandfathers sister.
ReplyDeleteAs stated in my blog this woman was my father's great aunt on his mother's side ... so we are related somehow. I would like to know more information. I have found the book in 4 locations in Europe. All at libraries who won't sell them. Stay Tuned.
ReplyDeleteWell we would be cousins of some sort. Lol. I have some family history but don't think this is the site to do this on. Do you have a facebook page? Then we could send more personal messages and such. Jennifer
DeleteHi there. Any luck with the hunt? I am also looking for it as Eleanor is my great grandfather's sister. I believe there is a copy in the British Library, having checked the records.
ReplyDeleteHi! I have found several copies, all in the reference section of British libraries and they will not release it for sale or replication. I cannot locate it from any book dealer yet.
DeleteI am on the case with a friend of mine who has British Library access...
DeleteHi did you ever manage to get hold of a copy of the book? I would be very interested if you did....also did you write up more blog postings about Eleanor Byng (Souray). I am fascinated by her story....have found quite a few interesting bits and pieces about her....I am the current trainer in Shrewton where she owned what was the Elston House Estate. The big house is not a school but I am based in the main yard where (I believe) her horses were trained....would love to hear more if you get the chance to reply....Jeremy Naylor
ReplyDeleteSorry that should be "now" not "not"....
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