Olive Risley Seward

[chrislarue]

I've been going through my library the past few weeks - trying to sells some books, as well as other misc things around the house - and one of the books I was considering selling caught my attention (I've collected a few books from friends and relatives over the years).

The book itself is not unusual, but still interesting because it's from 1874 (Hymns, Selected from Faber); what's more interesting is the dedication. I had not previously noticed it was signed by the author, which caught my attention this time, so I decided to Google the person to whom it was dedicated. Here's the dedication:

Miss Olive Risley Seward
With Regards of
R. P. S
Feb. 25, 1877

What I would like to know is if you think there is significance or unique value to this book as a result of this dedication. I found it fascinating to read your brief history of Miss Olive, and felt it only appropriate to solicit your perspective.

Thanks so much for your time.