Ashton, Francis. ALAS, THAT GREAT CITY. London: Andrew Dakers Limited, n.d. [1948]. Octavo, cloth. First edition. Bookplate signed by British science fiction editor John Carnell affixed to front paste-down. Ancient Babylon as the legendary Atlantis; modern day hero lives the life of one of its inhabitants in the final days. "Excellent characterization in sentimental epic tradition." - Anatomy of Wonder (1987) 3-15. Eichner, Atlantean Chronicles, p. 136. Locke, A Spectrum of Fantasy, p. 23. Bleiler (1978), p. 11. Reginald 00541. A fine copy in bright, about near fine dust jacket with touch of edge wear, tiny chip from lower rear corner tip, some dust soiling to rear panel, and clipped price. (#90078)